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The damselfly got its name because of its delicate and slender appearance, resembling a mythical creature known as a damsel in medieval folklore. The term "damselfly" was likely derived from the word "damsel," which means a young unmarried woman, reflecting the insect's elegant and fragile appearance.
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What is he genus and species of a damselfly?
The genus and species of damselflies vary, but one common example is the Calopteryx splendens, also known as the Banded Demoiselle.
What is the scientific name for a dragon?
Scientific Name for the lizard species: Draco Volans Scientific name for the mythological creature: Draconis Occidentalis (Western/European Dragon) Draconis Orientalis (Eastern/Chinese Dragon)
Is common and scientific name the same?
No, the common name and scientific name of an organism are not the same. The common name is the informal name given to an organism, while the scientific name is a standardized, internationally recognized name based on the organism's taxonomy.
What part of your own name corresponds to the species name of an organism?
The species name of an organism corresponds to the second part of its binomial name, whereas my name is a single word.
Is jawbone the common or scientific name?
Jawbone is the common name. The scientific name for jawbone is mandible.
What is the name of a baby damselfly?
A baby is a nymph.
How do you spell a damsefly?
The spelling of the flying insect name is the damselfly.
What does a damselfly eat?
A damselfly eats poo
Name of slender non stinging insect lives near water?
Damselfly
When was Azure Damselfly created?
Azure Damselfly was created in 1758.
When was Dainty Damselfly created?
Dainty Damselfly was created in 1842.
What eats DamselFly Nymphs?
Damselfly nymphs are a younger version of the damselfly insect. However, things like fish, beetles, and even larger damselflies eat damselfly nymphs.
How big is a damselfly?
The damselfly nymph gets up to about 25 mm long
What do damselfly larvae eat?
Damselfly larvae eat worms and small Gambuzia (small fish).
How does a damselfly move?
it moves
Which nymph damselfly or dragonfly can move through water with less resistance?
damselfly nymph because it has a streamline body
What is Nevadas state insect?
The vivid dancer damselfly (Argia vivida).
