Spiketails
Scientific name: Cordulegastridae
Spiketails
Scientific name: Cordulegastridae
Description
Despite their formidable appearance, the dragonflies of the family Cordulegastridae—often mistaken as aggressive—are actually harmless to humans. These fascinating creatures are skilled aerial hunters, primarily feeding on smaller insects. A distinctive trait of Cordulegastridae is their elongate bodies and striking wing patterns, which serve not only as a visual deterrent to predators but also play a crucial role in thermal regulation.