Checklist and contribution to the knowledge of the odonatofauna of Paraíba state, Brazil

Abstract: We present the first listing of odonatan species (Insecta: Odonata) that occur in state Paraíba, Brazil. There are 49 and 29 genera registered, making Paraíba third number among Brazilian states northeastern region. The families with largest were Libellulidae, 31 15 genera, followed by Coenagrionidae 11 7 genera. Interior regions under-sampled, which should still lead to an underestimated species. In addition, we taxonomic notes two collected during our expeditions: males Progomphus dorsopallidus Byers, 1934 females Macrothemis griseofrons Calvert, 1909. Here, detail important characteristics figures aid their morphological identifications.