Hemicordulia superba is a species of dragonfly in the family Corduliidae,[3] known as the superb emerald.

[4] It inhabits rivers, pools and lakes in south-eastern Queensland and northern New South Wales in Australia.

[5] Hemicordulia superba is a small to medium-sized, black and yellow dragonfly with long legs.

In both males and females the inboard edge of the hindwing is rounded.

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