Order Odonata

Examples: dragonflies, damselflies
Wings: 4; many veined; hindwing as large as forewing
Mouthparts: chewing
Usual number of tarsal segments: 3
Metamorphopsis: simple; nymphs are aquatic
Usual size: large
Where usually found: near water
Other Promimnent Features: abdomen long and slender; large compound eyes; short bristlelike antennae

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