description Miathyria simplex Overview
Miathyria simplex is a species of dragonfly in the skimmer family Libellulidae and the Neotropical genus Miathyria. The accepted name is attributed to Jules Pierre Rambur, who described the species in 1842; it is commonly known as the dwarf glider in English-language dragonfly references. The species is documented in the Americas, where it is treated as an extant member of the region's dragonfly fauna.
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What is Miathyria simplex?
Miathyria simplex is a dragonfly species in the skimmer family Libellulidae and the genus Miathyria. Its common English name is the dwarf glider.
Who described Miathyria simplex?
The species was described by Jules Pierre Rambur in 1842. That author and year refer to the species description, not to the later naming of the genus.
Where is Miathyria simplex found?
It is a Neotropical dragonfly associated with tropical and subtropical parts of the Americas. Its exact local range depends on the regional checklist being used.
What family does the dwarf glider belong to?
Miathyria simplex belongs to Libellulidae, the skimmer family. Skimmers are generally strong fliers and include many familiar pond and wetland dragonflies.
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