Dragonflies are ancient predators, helpful for humans. They eat mosquitoes and flies. Dragonfly nymphs live in water before becoming adults. They thrive near water bodies. Males guard territories to ...

“Glimmering, shimmering, glittering, shining, iridescent — these graceful children of the sun are especially loved for the beauty of their long membranous wings and colorful bodies … A dragonfly can ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. An adult male blue dasher (Pachydiplax longipennis) perched on a railing in St. Louis, MO. Photo courtesy of Michael Moore.

New research outlines how the savvy blue dasher lives happily in storm drains and park ponds others flee. By Cara Giaimo As humans reshape environments, we drive away many creatures. A select few ...

Though dragonflies may appear delicate, they are complex, ancient predators with fascinating characteristics. Despite the myths that portray them as large, scary bugs or even aggressive towards humans ...