Synlestidae
Introduction The '''Synlestidae''' are a family of damselfliescommonly known as '''sylphs''' or '''malachites'''. They occur in South Africa, Australia, and South America.
Description These damselflies are 21 to 36 millimeters long, with slender abdomens. Species are generally metallic green to brown-tinged black in color.
Biology Damselflies of this family are predators. The nymphs live in rivers and streams, and can be found in stagnant pools during the dry season.
Systematics There are nine extant genera. There are also several extinct genera known from fossils.Genera include:*''Chlorolestes'' *''Ecchlorolestes'' *''Episynlestes'' *''Megalestes'' *''Nubiolestes'' *''Phylolestes'' *''Sinolestes'' *''Synlestes''
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