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1. british-dragonflies.org.uk › odonata › dragonflies-2Dragonflies - British Dragonfly Society

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   Dragonflies are insects in the sub-order Anisoptera (meaning “unequal-winged”). The term ‘dragonflies’ is sometimes used for the whole scientific order Odonata that also includes the sub-order Zygoptera (damselflies). Characteristics Of True Dragonflies. Body: Large and robust. Wings: Hind wings are usually shorter and broader than the forewings.

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3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › DragonflyDragonfly - Wikipedia

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   A dragonfly is a flying insect belonging to the infraorder Anisoptera below the order Odonata. About 3,000 extant species of dragonflies are known. Most are tropical, with fewer species in temperate regions. Loss of wetland habitat threatens dragonfly populations around the world.

4. british-dragonflies.org.uk › odonata › species-andIdentification Help - British Dragonfly Society

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   Dragonflies (order Odonata) are divided into two distinct sub-orders, the Zygoptera or Damselflies and the Anisoptera or Dragonflies. Useful tips. Different species are on the wing at different times of the year. This can help you narrow down the list of potential species that you could have sighted.

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6. www.countryfile.com › wildlife › insectsBritish dragonfly and damselfly guide: how to identify common ...

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   British dragonfly and damselfly guide: how to identify common species and where to see them | Countryfile.com. Learn all about these amazing insects, including species identification and where to see them in BBC Countryfile Magazine expert guide.

7. british-dragonflies.org.ukBritish Dragonfly Society

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   We hope you enjoy exploring this site, where you will find information on British dragonflies and their habitats, our projects and volunteering opportunities, as well as the latest dragonfly news and upcoming events.

8. www.britannica.com › animal › dragonflyDragonfly | Description, Anatomy, Habitat, Life Cycle ...

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   Sep 6, 2024 · dragonfly, (suborder Anisoptera), any of a group of roughly 3,000 species of aerial predatory insects most commonly found near freshwater habitats throughout most of the world. Damselflies (suborder Zygoptera) are sometimes also called dragonflies in that both are odonates (order Odonata).

9. www.woodlandtrust.org.uk › blog › 2018British dragonflies: larvae, wings and lifecycle - Woodland Trust

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   With a top speed of 30mph, dragonflies are one of the fastest insects in the UK. Few species can match the dragonfly’s spectacular flying ability. Their four long wings can beat together or separately. This allows them to hover in mid-air, fly in any direction and speed up quickly.