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The tail of a dragonfly (called the abdomen) contains many of a dragonflies organs, including its reproductive organs and much of its digestive system. It also acts as a cooling system. The insect pumps blood through the abdomen. The long, narrow shape ensure that the blood stays close to the surface, allsoing they air to carry away excess heat.

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11y ago

A dragonfly cannot live without its tail let alone fly. The tail, or more properly the abdomen of a dragonfly contains vital organs.

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I saw one the other day. Big one 80 % of tail was gone...he was hiding in my storm door but flew away over my garage roof.

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If it is in the Summer, it is to stay cool. To have as little exposed to the sun.

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to keep itself ballanced

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