Zygoptera systematics: Past, present, and future

Abstract:

Odonata is a midsized insect order (∼6420 species) containing 3 suborders: Anisoptera (dragonflies, 3,120 species), Zygoptera (damselflies, ∼3,297 species), and the intermediate Anisozygoptera (∼3 species). In this review of the suborder Zygoptera, we provide a brief overview of their biology, ecology, and natural history. We also review the current state of their systematics and phylogenetics, highlighting remaining higher-level classification (eg family, superfamily) issues to address. Lastly, we will emphasize areas that are still in need of exploration which would greatly improve our understanding of the group.

Año de publicación:

2025

Keywords:

• Biogeography
• Ecology
• Natural History
• Odonata
• phylogenetics

Fuente:

scopus