Petaltails
Scientific name: Petaluridae
Petaltails
Scientific name: Petaluridae
Description
Belonging to the ancient family Petaluridae, commonly known as the Petaltail dragonflies, these remarkable insects showcase a lineage that traces back over 150 million years. Despite their delicate name, Petaluridae dragonflies are robust and powerful fliers, often misunderstood due to their elusive nature. Contrary to popular belief, they are not aggressive towards humans; instead, they serve as effective predators of mosquitoes, thereby playing a crucial role in controlling pest populations. Their presence around water bodies, often seen skimming gracefully, is not just for hunting but also for laying eggs, which they do in the mud, keeping immature stages concealed from predators.
Species of Petaltails
Scientific Classification
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