Corduliidae

GPTKB entity

Statements (65)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:family
gptkbp:aircraft_operated seasonal
gptkbp:anatomy elongated
robust
gptkbp:behavior predatory
gptkbp:biodiversity high in tropical regions
gptkbp:categories complex and debated
gptkbp:climate_adaptation varies by region
gptkbp:climate_impact sensitive to changes
gptkbp:color varied
gptkbp:color_variation common among species
gptkbp:coloration often metallic
gptkbp:conservation_efforts ongoing for some species
gptkbp:conservation_status varies by species
gptkbp:contains Cordulia
Somatochlora
Epitheca
gptkbp:cultural_significance featured in art and literature
gptkbp:diet insects
flying insects
gptkbp:distribution worldwide
gptkbp:ecological_role pollinators
gptkbp:educational_value used in biology education
gptkbp:eye_color large and bulging
gptkbp:field available for enthusiasts
requires knowledge of morphology
gptkbp:first_described_by gptkb:William_Kirby
gptkbp:fossil_record exists
gptkbp:genetic_studies conducted for phylogeny
gptkbp:habitat freshwater
near water bodies
gptkbp:habitat_preference clean water
gptkbp:has_features characteristic body shape
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Corduliidae
gptkbp:is_a gptkb:Dragon
gptkbp:larval_stage aquatic
distinctive features
several months to years
ponds and streams
detritus and small organisms
gptkbp:life_cycle complete metamorphosis
gptkbp:lifespan few weeks to months
gptkbp:local_names varies by culture
gptkbp:mating_system aerial displays
gptkbp:migration some species migrate
gptkbp:mimicry some species mimic wasps
gptkbp:notable_species approximately 30
based on coloration and patterns
gptkbp:orbit_type short
gptkbp:photography popular among nature photographers
gptkbp:predators gptkb:birds
gptkbp:reproduction oviparous
gptkbp:research_areas behavior and ecology
gptkbp:research_importance indicators of ecosystem health
gptkbp:size medium to large
gptkbp:species over 200
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships with aquatic plants
gptkbp:territorial_behavior common in males
gptkbp:threats habitat loss
gptkbp:wildlife beneficial for populations
gptkbp:wing_configuration diverse
membranous
gptkbp:wingspan two pairs
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:OVA
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5