Odonata

order of insects Odonata (Odonata) is an order comprising closely related families of organisms. It contains 15 families with 391 known species. Key family groups include Aeshnidae, Calopterygidae, Coenagrionidae, Cordulegastridae, Corduliidae, and Euphaeidae. Among its members, 31 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Insects (Insecta).