Insects of Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge
Insects are the most diverse group of animals, and there are more than a million species of insects that have been identified. They are invertebrates, which means they have no backbone. Insects have a three-part body consisting of a head, a thorax, and an abdomen. They have six jointed legs, compound eyes, and a pair of antennae.
Monarch Butterfly
(Danaus plexippus)
Mourning Cload Butterfly
(Nymphalis antiopa)
Spring Azure Butterfly
(Celastrina ladon)
Interested in learning more about butterflies? Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation is a great resource. They have a great deal of information, and resources for working with children.
Blue Dasher Dragonfly
(Pachydiplax longipennis)
Twelve Spotted Skimmer
(Libellula pulchella)
More Dragonflies:
Common Green
Darner
Eastern Amberwing
Halloween Pennant
Slaty Skimmer
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