Helicopter damselflies
Scientific name: Pseudostigmatidae
Helicopter damselflies
Scientific name: Pseudostigmatidae
Description
Pseudostigmatidae harbor remarkable predatory tactics that belie their delicate builds. These oversized damselflies from tropical wet forests are not only the largest of their kind but exhibit extraordinary hunting behavior. Some Pseudostigmatidae specialize in preying upon spiders, a trait that starkly contrasts with typical damselfly diets. Using their long legs, they adeptly pluck spiders from their webs without becoming entangled. This adaptation not only showcases a fascinating evolutionary trait but also corrects the common misconception that all damselflies mainly feed on airborne insects.
Species of Helicopter damselflies
Scientific Classification
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