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Dragonfly

Common Name Dragonfly

Scientific Name Anax imperator

Species Insects

Family/Group Dragonflies

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Description

Usually has a bright blue and green thorax, and a thick dark line down the abdomen. It spends two years as a larva. Also, commonly has a wingspan of 106 mm and a body length of 78 mm.

Habitat

Associated with vegetated ponds and lakes. Can be found over canals and slow moving rivers.

Habits and Behavior

They frequently fly high up into the sky in search of prey, which includes Butterflies to Four-spotted Chasers. The females lay the eggs into plants such as pondweed, and always lay alone.

Further Reading

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Nicaragua Animal Guide