Pachydiplax
Scientific name: Pachydiplax
Pachydiplax
Scientific name: Pachydiplax
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Description
The Pachydiplax is a fascinating genus, often observed skimming over water surfaces in search of prey. Contrary to popular belief, these creatures aren't aggressive towards humans, but their swift, darting flight patterns can be intimidating. They owe their survival success to their exceptional vision, with compound eyes that afford nearly 360-degree views, enabling them to detect movement from almost any direction鈥攁 critical advantage for predators and prey alike in their aquatic habitats.
Species of Pachydiplax
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