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Are dragonflies an example of a heterotroph?
No, dragonflies are not an example of a heterotroph. They are actually carnivorous insects that feed on other small insects for their energy and nutrients. Heterotrophs are organisms that cannot produce their own food and rely on consuming other organisms for energy.
Do dragonflies eat berries?
Dragonflies are exclusive carnivores and their favorite food is mosquitoes
Will a dragonfly eat grass?
No. Dragonflies eat other insects, and sometimes even other dragonflies.
Will dragonflies eat leaves?
Dragonflies only eat other insects.
Do dragonflies pollinate flowers?
Dragonflies are not significant pollinators of flowers. While they may unintentionally transfer some pollen while foraging for insects near flowers, they are not as effective as bees, butterflies, or other specialized pollinators. Dragonflies primarily feed on other insects.
Why aren't dragonflies included with cats as carnivores?
Dragonflies are not included with cats as carnivores because dragonflies are insects and cats are mammals. They belong to different animal groups and have different feeding habits. Cats are obligate carnivores, which means their diet consists mainly of animal-based proteins, while dragonflies are predatory insects that feed on other insects.
Is a dragonfly an omnivore?
No, dragonflies are carnivores. They primarily feed on other insects, such as mosquitoes, flies, and smaller insects. They catch their prey while flying and consume it on the spot.
Do dragonflys sting?
They cant sting or bite even though they are called dragonflies they are harmless bugs!
What do southern hawkers eat?
Southern hawkers are dragonflies that primarily feed on small insects such as mosquitoes, flies, and other flying insects. They are known to be voracious predators and will catch their prey while flying.
How are cicadas different from dragonflies in the way they feed?
Cicadas use their mouth to suck sap from plants, dragonflies pursue insects in the air which they crush with their jaw.
Do dragonflies eat other things then insects?
no they dont they only eat other insects and plants.
Can dragonflies eat plants?
No, dragonflies are carnivores and eat other insects. However some of them lay their eggs in aquatic plants. Dragonflies are good to have in your garden because they will eat insects that eat plants.
