🌿Native Nature

Downy Emerald

Cordulia aenea

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Odonata ›Family: Corduliidae ›Genus: Cordulia

About

The downy emerald (Cordulia aenea) is a species of dragonfly. It is metallic green and bronze in color, and its thorax is coated with fine hairs, hence its name. Like most other emeralds, the downy emerald has bright shiny green eyes. Adults are around 5 cm in length, and are in flight from May through July each year.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Downy Emerald?
The scientific name of Downy Emerald is Cordulia aenea.
What kingdom does Downy Emerald belong to?
Downy Emerald belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Downy Emerald belong to?
Downy Emerald belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Downy Emerald belong to?
Downy Emerald belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Downy Emerald belong to?
Downy Emerald belongs to the order Odonata.
What family does Downy Emerald belong to?
Downy Emerald belongs to the family Corduliidae.
What genus does Downy Emerald belong to?
Downy Emerald belongs to the genus Cordulia.