Pantala

Hagen, 1861

rainpool gliders

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Pantala is a of in the Libellulidae, commonly known as rainpool gliders. are medium-sized to large with dull orange-yellow coloration. The genus is found almost worldwide and contains some of the most remarkable long-distance migrants among insects, with Pantala flavescens (globe skimmer) completing multi-generational transoceanic spanning thousands of miles between continents.

Pantala hymenaea by (c) 116916927065934112165, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by 116916927065934112165. Used under a CC-BY license.Pantala flavescens by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Pantala flavescens by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Pantala: /pænˈtɑːlə/

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Distribution

Almost worldwide. Pantala flavescens is found on every continent except Antarctica, with documented circuits connecting India, Africa, Japan, and the Americas.

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