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$Red-veined Meadowhawk dragonfly resting on a broad leafed plant in a small pond.\n\nTaken in Scotts Valley, California, USA.$

blue dragonfly close up on water liliy in lake, slovenia

Dragonflies rest on Lotus poles, North China

The striking elegance of a metallic black and blue dragonfly resting on a vibrant green leaf. Its slender body glistens in the sunlight, with iridescent hues that shift with the light

$Dragonflies and damselflies are not just mesmerizing aerial acrobats; they play a crucial role in maintaining ecological sustainability. As natural predators, they help control mosquito and pest populations, reducing the need for chemical pesticides. Their presence also indicates clean water and healthy ecosystems, making them vital indicators of environmental health. Protecting their habitats supports biodiversity and promotes sustainable ecosystems.\nLocation: Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh (India)$

Waterlily pond inside the botanical garden on Mahe, a dragon fly on a leaf

Tropical condition, Dragon fly is in botanic garden.

A blue dasher (pachydiplax longipennis) perched next to the marsh water along a hiking trail.

A yellow and black dragonfly beside a pond in the Swiss alps.

a dark red dragon fly on a stone by the swamp

$Red-veined Meadowhawk dragonfly resting on a broad leafed plant in a small pond.\n\nTaken in Scotts Valley, California, USA.$

Closeup of Red-veined Dropwing Dragonfly, Trithemis arterial, fly over Ormiston Gorge Water Hole, a refuge for Australian wildlife in West MacDonnell Ranges, Northern Territory, Red Centre, Australia.

$Tot 33-37mm, Ab 23-25mm, Hw 29-32mm.\nLarge, broad, club-tailed species, Males often perch on lilypads. They are dark, marked with white highlights on the face, waist and at the tips of the wings and abdomen. This makes identification through binoculars easy.\nBehavior:\nBoth sexes fly actively over open water, frequently resting on floating vegetation (Nuphar, Nymphaea, Potamogeton), where mating may also take place. Male often raises clubbed tail.\nOccurrence:\nOccurrence is scattered and populations are normally rather small. May be abundant locally.\nHabitat:\nPools and lakes with moderate nutrient levels and rich aquatic vegetation.\nFlight Season: \nMid May to early August; most abundant in June.\n\nThis Picture is made in the Wieden (Overijssel, the Netherlands) in mid June of 2021.$

A Hawker dragonfly laying eggs in the water lily leaves of a pond

$From the dazzling flight of dragonflies to the diligent work of honeybees, insects and spiders play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance. These small creatures support pollination, pest control, and biodiversity, reminding us of the importance of sustainable practices to protect their habitats and ensure a thriving planet for all.\nLocation: Asola , New Delhi (India)$

Southern Hawker Dragonfly perched on a leaf in Woodwalton Fen nature reserve.

Dragonfly found on the roadside. Odonata

A dragon fly rests on a stem of a lily flower in the lake

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Lotus and damselfly, Lotus flower on the water

A small blue dragonfly posing on a plant stalk

damselfly, a dragonfly insect, North China

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