I don’t have exact totals, but I have to say I’m pleased with the amount of hours the boys spent chasing dragonflies this summer. I also think the chasing of dragonflies is a sorely underrated ...

If you’ve ever felt like chasing dragonflies — Saturday is the day for it. Park rangers at Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park are planning a BioBlitz focusing on the flying insects, plentiful in ...

Dragonflies may look delicate, but they are among the most precise predators in nature. Instead of chasing prey, they predict movement and intercept it mid-air with incredible accuracy. Their success ...

Have you noticed a lot of dragonflies skimming over ponds, creeks, yards and even parking lots? They seem to be more active than usual this summer, and weather is playing a role in their behavior. We ...

One study found dragonflies can catch prey from about half a meter away in half a second. They are also clever enough to attack prey from behind, so even fast-reacting flies don't stand a chance. Some ...