Common name: Epaulet Skimmer
Family: Libellulidae
Species: Dragonfly

There are about 5500 species of dragonflies and damselflies listed in the world. Their mouthparts are like crushers and they consume large quantities of flies, gnats and mosquitoes. The larvae are aquatic and carnivorous. Their heads, highly mobile, have big faceted eyes, useful for the hunting sight they practice when flying.

Local Name in Mauritius: Lascar Dilo!

Dimensions: 5400 x 3600