Dragonflies are insects that like to live near water like ponds, lakes, and rivers. They have big eyes that help them see all around. They have two pairs of wings that let them fly very fast and change direction quickly.

Baby dragonflies, called nymphs, live in water. They stay there for a long time before they grow up. When they are ready, they crawl out of the water, and change into flying dragonflies.

Adult dragonflies catch and eat other bugs like mosquitoes and flies. This helps stop bugs from bothering people. Dragonflies are good for nature because they keep the bug numbers balanced. They are also very old insects and have been on Earth for millions of years. They come in many colors like blue, green, and red.