Large, distinctive dragonfly species native to Europe and parts of North Africa, characterized by vibrant blue and green coloration and significant aerial predatory behavior.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Freshwater ecosystems including lakes, ponds, slow-moving rivers, wetlands, and marshy areas with abundant vegetation, primarily in temperate and subtropical regions.
Ecological Role
Critical predator in aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, controlling insect populations, serving as both prey and predator in complex food webs, and indicating environmental water quality.
