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Red dragonflies are among the most common species of small insect predators around water. They eat a large number of insects and eggs. Mosquitoes, flies, and even small fish are part of a typical diet of a red dragonfly. These predators can grow to a wingspan of over 2 inches and are most commonly seen in the summer.
8 Mac 2022 · The Red Dragonfly, also known as the Red-Veined Darter or Nomad is technically known as Sympetrum Fonscolombii, and belongs to the Sympetrum genus. It is widespread in the southern parts of Europe, and since the 1990s, it has also become a common species in the northwestern part of Europe including Ireland and Britain.
In the Native Indian cultures of America and in the Japanese culture, a red dragonfly stands as a symbol of happiness, courage, love, and strength. Thus, if you come across a red dragonfly, it is a sign that whatever decisions you are making in your life at present will turn out to be in your favor.
9 Okt 2023 · Red dragonflies are found around the globe, and some male dragonflies switch from yellow to scarlet as they reach sexual maturity. Red dragonflies grab attention because their color is so vibrant. However, they aren’t that rare.
A dragonfly is a flying insect belonging to the infraorder Anisoptera below the order Odonata. About 3,000 extant species of dragonflies are known. Most are tropical, with fewer species in temperate regions. Loss of wetland habitat threatens dragonfly populations around the world.
A deep red dragonfly with clear wingtips. Typically there is only one cross vein in the cubital space of the hind wing (behind the median space) and females are as deeply colored as males. Wing span = 56mm
The red version can either be the Carolina Saddlebags, predominant in the east, or the Red Saddlebags, predominant is the West. They look very similar, with two dark spots at the bottom of the abdomen.
