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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: