Akrothemis is a genus of dragonflies in the family Libellulidae. This genus currently has two species.
Description Akrothemis are small, short-bodied, and have long legs. Their wings are clear. Their eyes meet for much of their length. Their head, thorax and abdomen have are dark with distinctive light-coloured patterns.
Species
Akrothemis bimaculata Akrothemis risi
Etymology The genus name "Akrothemis" is derived from the Greek "akros" meaning "pointed" and the suffix "-themis", a commonly used suffix for closely related genera.
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