Agrionidae

/ˌæɡrɪoʊˈneɪdi/ noun

Definition

A family of damselflies, small flying insects related to dragonflies that are typically found near freshwater habitats.

Etymology

From Greek 'agrios' (wild) combined with the Latin family suffix '-idae' used in zoological nomenclature. The family was formally described by naturalists in the 19th century when damselfly taxonomy was being systematized.

Kelly Says

The Agrionidae family contains thousands of species with jewel-like colors and incredible names like 'emerald damselfly' and 'scarlet damselfly'—some species have been used as indicators of water pollution because they're sensitive to environmental changes.

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