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                                                              Order ODONATA

                                       (Dragonflies, Damselflies)

 

Characteristics:

 

1.  Incomplete (simple) metamorphosis

2.  Chewing mouthparts

3.  Hind wings as long as front wings & of same shape

4.  Many adults beautifully colored

5.  Immatures (naiads) are aquatic

6.  All stages are predators of other insects

 

Typical Examples: