Green-eyed skimmer

Pronunciation
/GREEN-eyed SKIM-mer/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Green-eyed skimmer
Plural
Green-eyed skimmers

Definition

A type of dragonfly belonging to the genus *Erythemis*, characterized by green eyes.

Etymology

From the Greek 'erythros' meaning 'red' and 'themis' related to the Greek goddess of justice. The green eyes are a distinctive feature of this dragonfly species.

Example

Green-eyed skimmers are often seen patrolling along the edges of ponds and lakes.

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