Different types of dragonflies

Discover the astonishing range and roles of dragonflies in our ecosystems! From skimmers to emeralds, each species adds vibrant color and crucial benefits to our green spaces. Learn about their unique characteristics and why they're crucial for maintaining biodiversity. It's a fun bug adventure, one click away! 🐞🌍 #Dragonflies #Biodiversity #NatureLovers #InsectFacts #Ecosystem

Dragonflies, an amazing and unique insect is from the order Odonata and the Anisoptera suborder. The attractive characteristic of this creature is its

Dragonflies and damselflies are one of the oldest known insects in the world. These ancient animals are also one of the first to develop wings. There are about 6000 species of dragonflies in the world with over 500 species found in India. Although the two look very similar, there are some marked differences between the […]

First of all, happy fall! This is my favorite season here in Los Angeles. I'm excited to announce the end of my first science illustration internship. Wow! I've learned a lot in the past few months... and I'm happy to post my final project. Working with Lila Higgins of the Community Science program at the Natural History Museum, I learned a ton about ladybugs, pill bugs, and spiders. It was the summer of invertebrates! These illustrations help identify the local ladybug species. Check out…

Eggs of some of the common birds effectively illustrate the great variety of egg size, color, and markings. Egg collecting is now forbidden by federal laws that protect songbirds. They should never be taken from the nest. As a rule, eggs that are laid in holes or in hollow trees are white. Those that are laid in exposed places have the “protective coloration” of spots and streaks that blend into the background and make them almost invisible to the predators that might eat them.

Can you tell if if an insect is a dragonfly or damselfly? Here are 4 simple tricks to help you tell apart these two similar looking insects.

Insect identification poster from the U.S. Forestry Service. Insect activity, Apologia Flying Creatures, #homeschool

Discover types of butterflies, including the monarch and swallowtail, while enhancing your English vocabulary through engaging content about these insects.

Roger Hall 🇺🇲🌎 on Instagram: “Dragonflies of the World”