description Common Skimmer Overview
The Common Skimmer is a dragonfly in the family Libellulidae, the group commonly called skimmers. It is associated with freshwater habitats such as ponds and lakes, where adults can patrol low over the water and nearby ground. Like other dragonflies, it is an aerial predator that catches small flying insects, while its aquatic immature stage develops in water and feeds on other small organisms. The species is recognized as a widespread dragonfly of Europe.
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What kind of insect is the Common Skimmer?
The Common Skimmer is a dragonfly in the family Libellulidae. Skimmers are known for patrolling open areas and water edges.
Where does the Common Skimmer live?
It is associated with freshwater habitats such as ponds and lakes. Adults may patrol low over the water and nearby ground.
What does the Common Skimmer eat?
Like other dragonflies, it is an aerial predator that catches smaller insects in flight. Its prey can include flying insects found around freshwater and open habitats.
Why is it called a skimmer?
Skimmers commonly fly low over water or open ground while patrolling their territory. That low, sweeping flight behavior gives the group its common name.
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