The status of seven nomina nova introduced by H. Steinmann (1997)

During the preparation of the Global Species Database Odonata within the framework of the international Catalogue of Life programme (see J, VAN TOL, 2006. www.sp2000.org or www.odonata.info) I noticed seven nomina nova introduced by H. STEINMANN (1997a, b, Tierreich 110/111: 1-500, 1-636). As will be explained below, it has appeared that all new names are unnecessary replacement names. It is considered worthwhile to publish the arguments, since such catalogues may have long-lasting impact on the use of scientific names. The names are in alphabetical order of species-group names. A general remark can also be made. Steinmann argues for all names to be replaced that they are junior secondary homonyms; they are actually junior primary homonyms.