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Dragonflies can be mistaken for the closely related damselflies, which make up the other odonatan infraorder and are similar in body plan, though usually lighter in build; however, the wings of most dragonflies are held flat and away from the body, while damselflies hold their wings folded at rest, along or above the abdomen. Dragonflies are ...
The common whitetail or long-tailed skimmer (Plathemis lydia) is a common dragonfly across much of North America, with a striking and unusual appearance.The male's chunky white body (about 5 cm or 2 inches long), combined with the brownish-black bands on its otherwise translucent wings, give it a checkered look.
As for why so many dragonflies end up in Milwaukee, eastward winds push the dragonflies toward Lake Michigan during their migration, Jackson said. However, the insects will typically avoid flying ...
The winners of the 2024 Close-Up Photographer of the Year (CUPOTY) Awards have been announced, and the results are breathtaking! This year’s competition saw over 11,000 entries from 61 countries ...
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The black saddlebags (Tramea lacerata) is a species of skimmer dragonfly found throughout North America. It has distinctive wings with characteristic black blotches at their proximal ends, which make the dragonfly look as though it is wearing saddlebags. The black saddlebags is a relatively large dragonfly at about 5 centimetres (2 in) in length.
The dragonfly wants to inspire you to connect to the earth and with yourself in a more conscious and magical way." But dragonflies are not the only insects that act as messengers in your dreams!
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