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Blue Dasher

Pachydiplax longipennis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Odonata ›Family: Libellulidae ›Genus: Pachydiplax

About

The blue dasher (Pachydiplax longipennis) is a dragonfly of the skimmer family. It is the only species in the genus Pachydiplax. It is very common and widely distributed through North America and into the Bahamas.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blue Dasher?
The scientific name of Blue Dasher is Pachydiplax longipennis.
What kingdom does Blue Dasher belong to?
Blue Dasher belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Blue Dasher belong to?
Blue Dasher belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Blue Dasher belong to?
Blue Dasher belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Blue Dasher belong to?
Blue Dasher belongs to the order Odonata.
What family does Blue Dasher belong to?
Blue Dasher belongs to the family Libellulidae.
What genus does Blue Dasher belong to?
Blue Dasher belongs to the genus Pachydiplax.