Aeshna mixta is a medium-sized dragonfly species belonging to the hawker family, characterized by agile flight patterns and widespread distribution across Europe and parts of Asia.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Freshwater ecosystems including ponds, lakes, slow-moving rivers, wetlands, and woodland margins with sufficient vegetation and water bodies for breeding and hunting
Ecological Role
Key predator in aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, controlling insect populations; serves as both prey and predator in complex ecological food webs
Morphology
SKIN COATExoskeleton with blue and brown mottled coloration, providing camouflage in natural environments
LIMBS WINGSFour transparent membranous wings with complex venation, capable of independent wing movement; long, slender legs adapted for perching and capturing prey
HEAD SENSORYLarge compound eyes covering majority of head, providing nearly 360-degree vision; short antennae for basic sensory perception
BODY STRUCTUREElongated body measuring 65-75 mm in length, robust thorax with powerful flight muscles, segmented abdomen with distinctive color patterns
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Andreas Eichler
