Shining macromia dragonfly  (Macromia splendens)

Description

This emblematic species is the only European representative of the Macromia dragonflies, a genus that is widespread and abundant throughout tropical regions of the world (2). The sides of the head of the shining macromia dragonfly are entirely yellow, while the top features two large symmetrical yellow spots, separated by a black furrow. The greenish-black thorax is patterned with yellow spots, and the long, slender black abdomen is also adorned with a series of yellow markings (3). The large eyes are a striking emerald green, a characteristic feature of the Corduliidae family, commonly known as the emerald dragonflies or the green-eyed skimmers.

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