Rhodothemis facts for kids
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| Rhodothemis lieftincki | |
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| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Odonata |
| Infraorder: | Anisoptera |
| Family: | Libellulidae |
| Genus: | Rhodothemis Ris, 1909 |
Rhodothemis is a group of beautiful dragonflies. These dragonflies belong to a larger family called Libellulidae, which is one of the most common dragonfly families. Think of a genus as a smaller group within a family, like different types of apples are all part of the apple family.
About Rhodothemis Dragonflies
Dragonflies are amazing insects known for their bright colors and fast flying. They have large eyes that help them see all around. Rhodothemis dragonflies are often seen near water, like ponds or slow-moving streams. They are important predators, meaning they hunt other small insects.
Where They Live
Rhodothemis dragonflies live in many parts of the world. You can find them starting from India. They also live across Southeast Asia, which includes countries like Thailand and Indonesia. Their home range even stretches all the way to Australia. This shows they can adapt to different warm climates.
Different Types of Rhodothemis
The Rhodothemis group includes several different kinds, or species, of dragonflies. Each species has its own unique features. Here are the known species in this genus:
- Rhodothemis flavostigma Navás, 1932
- Rhodothemis lieftincki Fraser, 1954 - This species is also known as the Red Arrow.
- Rhodothemis mauritsi Lohmann, 1984
- Rhodothemis nigripes Lohmann, 1984
- Rhodothemis rufa (Rambur, 1842)
