Perithemis

Perithemis is a genus of dragonflies commonly known as amberwings. They are characterized by their small size and the amber wings of the male.

Perithemis includes the following species: Perithemis bella Perithemis capixaba Perithemis cornelia - Orange Amberwing Perithemis domitia - Slough Amberwing Perithemis electra - Golden Amberwing Perithemis icteroptera Perithemis intensa - Mexican Amberwing Perithemis lais - Fine-banded Amberwing Perithemis parzefalli - Clear-tipped Amberwing Perithemis rubita - Ruby Amberwing Perithemis tenera - Eastern Amberwing Perithemis thais