Ologies with Alie Ward Odonatology (DRAGONFLIES) with Jessica Ware
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Nov 6, 2024 In this discussion, Dr. Jessica Ware, a dragonfly expert and curator at the American Museum of Natural History, dives into the captivating world of dragonflies. She shares insights on their acrobatic flying abilities, mating dances, and ancient history dating back to the dinosaurs. The conversation highlights fascinating distinctions between dragonflies and damselflies, alongside tips for attracting these remarkable insects to your garden. Dr. Ware even draws parallels between dragonflies and cutting-edge drone technology, showcasing their ecological significance and inspiration for innovation.
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Dragonfly and Damselfly Differences
- Dragonflies and damselflies total about 3,000 species each.
- Both groups have freshwater nymphs, but damselflies have external gills while dragonflies have internal gills.
Nymph Life Cycle
- Dragonfly and damselfly nymphs live in freshwater and eat various aquatic insects, small fish, and tadpoles.
- Nymphs breathe through rectal gills and can develop in as little as six weeks or as long as decades.
Damselfly Tattoo
- Jessica Ware has an ebony jewel wing damselfly tattoo.
- She chose this species because its black wings simplified the tattoo artist's task and reduced the risk of inaccurate venation.
