Anax georgius is a species of large dragonfly of the family Aeshnidae, commonly known as the Kimberley emperor. It inhabits ponds in the Kimberley area of Western Australia
Anax georgius is a very large dragonfly with a green body and dark brown tail with pale markings.
Etymology The genus name Anax is derived from the Greek ἄναξ (anax, "king" or "sovereign"), likely referring to the dominant behaviour of Anax imperator.
The species name georgius is a Latinised personal name, although the reason for its application to this species is unknown.
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See also List of Odonata species of Australia
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