Dragonflies, Pepatung
They have a thick and chunky abdomen. Their wings are unequal in size and are open at rest. Their large eyes are touching.
Damselflies, Pepatung jarum
They have a thin and narrow abdomen. Their wings are equal in size and are closed at rest. There is a gap between the eyes.
Local name: Pepatung
Ecological function: Prey-predator relationship
Level in food chain: Secondary consumer
Feeding behaviour: Carnivore
Microhabitat: Wet areas like ponds, drains, puddles and streams
Local name: Pepatung jarum
Ecological function: Prey-predator relationship
Level in food chain: Secondary consumer
Feeding behaviour: Carnivore
Microhabitat: Wet areas like ponds, drains, puddles and streams
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