How Damselflies Stand Up Against Dragonflies | Wild to Know

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The common blue damselfly is exactly what its name suggests: common, and blue. But how do they stay that way, when their lifespan is just 12 days, and predators lurk in every lake?
Besides their fearless flying and near-360-degree vision, damselflies are fierce fighters. They attack larger dragonflies to ensure their offspring - so-called nymphs - will survive underwater. And when it comes to mating season, they’re not short of a trick or two…
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Chapters:
00:00 intro
00:40 meet the common blue
01:12 damselfly facts
02:04 sex life of damsels
02:19 dragonfly facts
02:45 -25% discount code Curiosity Stream
04:13 damselflies vs dragonflies
05:02 nymph monsters
05:47 transformation
05:57 wheel of love
06:50 animation mating
06:57 final mating act
07:53 check out our Wild to Know playlist
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Blue beetle when the cameras are off

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dragon and damsel flies are the best insects. Amazing video as always👍

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They're super cool! Thank you for watching!

[@alveolate]

they've probably been doing this dance for millions of years too

[@nicoleouellette4066]

So all of those huge groups of blue damselflies are males? That's crazy! Where are all the females? Do they stick together as well? Thank you for the awesome video ❤

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Hi Nicole! Yes, they're all male! Thank you for watching!

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The most graceful flyers IMO

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Hi Kevin! Totally agree!

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They look like mini dragonflies

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True! But they fight dragonflies 😏

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Really cool insect!

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They indeed ate common and blue

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In a guessing game, it would be easier to guess their name 😄

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Fascinating video with stunning camerawork! I've gained a newfound respect for the common blue now

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Hi Bryce! Really fascinating close-ups right?! They look so cool!

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[@British_Rogue]

All of the damselflies shown in this video are now dead.