Pantala is a genus of dragonfly in the family Libellulidae commonly called the rainpool gliders. They are found almost worldwide. Species of Pantala are medium-sized to large, dull orange-yellow dragonflies.
Etymology The genus name Pantala is derived from the Greek πάντες (pantes, "all") and ἄλη (alē, "wandering" or "roaming"), referring to its widespread distribution and vagrant behaviour.
Species The genus Pantala includes the following species: Male Female Scientific name Common name Distribution Pantala flavescens Wandering Glider Cosmopolitan Pantala hymenaea Spot-winged Glider North, Central and South America
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