zygoptera

• Término taxonómico científico que designa un suborden de insectos conocidos comúnmente como caballitos del diablo o doncellitas de agua, caracterizados por un cuerpo delgado y alas que en reposo se pliegan juntas sobre el abdomen.

A scientific taxonomic term referring to a suborder of insects commonly known as damselflies, characterized by their slender bodies and wings held together when at rest.

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1. DamselfliesC2formalscientific

   A suborder of slender-bodied, predatory insects with two pairs of similar-sized wings, typically resting with wings folded along the body.

   Suborden Zygoptera

   • Zygoptera are often found near ponds and slow-moving streams.
   • Unlike dragonflies, Zygoptera hold their wings vertically when at rest.
   • The delicate flight of Zygoptera makes them a favorite subject for nature photographers.