Body & Adaptations
What type of eyes help dragonflies see movement in almost every direction?
Compound eyes
What do dragonflies mainly eat?
Other Insects
Where do dragonflies usually lay their eggs?
In or near water
Can dragonflies hover in one place?
yes
What type of environment are dragonflies commonly found near?
Freshwater, such as ponds and lakes
How many wings does an adult dragonfly have?
4 Wings
Name one insect that dragonflies commonly eat.
Mosquitoes
What is a young dragonfly called?
A Nymph
What do dragonflies use to fly?
Their Wings
Name one predator that may eat a dragonfly.
Birds, frogs, or fish (especially nymphs
What body part helps a dragonfly catch and hold prey?
Its Legs
Do dragonflies usually catch prey on plants or while flying?
While Flying
Where does a dragonfly nymph live?
Underwater
Why is quick flight useful when hunting?
It helps them chase and catch prey
Why is clean freshwater important to dragonflies?
Their eggs and nymphs develop in aquatic habitats
What feature allows dragonflies to fly forward, backward, and hover?
Their flexible, independently controlled wings
What kind of animal is a dragonfly because it hunts other animals for food?
A predator
What happens when a dragonfly nymph is ready to become an adult?
It leaves the water and molts, emerging as an adult
Can dragonflies move each pair of wings somewhat independently?
Yes
How do dragonflies benefit ecosystems?
They eat insects and are food for other animals
How does a dragonfly’s large field of vision help it survive?
It helps detect prey and predator
How do dragonflies help control mosquito populations?
They eat mosquitoes and help reduce their numbers
What are the three main stages of a dragonfly’s life cycle?
Egg, nymph, and adult
How does agile flight help dragonflies avoid danger?
It lets them change direction quickly and escape threats
How do a dragonfly’s vision, wings, and hunting skills work together?
Vision detects prey, and flight helps it pursue and catch prey