Dragonflys Eat 50 Mosquitos a day – What Plants Attact Them?
Dragonflies are known to be voracious predators of mosquitoes and other small insects. They can eat a large number of mosquitoes in a single day, with some species capable of consuming up to hundreds of mosquitoes in just an hour.
The number of mosquitoes that a dragonfly can eat per day can vary depending on factors such as the species of dragonfly, its size, and the availability of prey. However, on average, a dragonfly can eat between 30 to 100 mosquitoes per day.
It's worth noting that dragonflies do not exclusively feed on mosquitoes and may also prey on other small insects like flies, gnats, and even other dragonflies.
Here are ten plants that can help attract dragonflies to your garden or backyard in Australia:
- Paperbark tree (Melaleuca spp.)
- Kangaroo Paw (Anigozanthos spp.)
- Bottlebrush (Callistemon spp.)
- Wattle (Acacia spp.)
- Swamp Banksia (Banksia robur)
- Blue Flax Lily (Dianella caerulea)
- Common Reed (Phragmites australis)
- Golden Wattle (Acacia pycnantha)
- Native Hibiscus (Alyogyne huegelii)
- Waterlily (Nymphaea spp.)
It is important to plant a variety of native plants that bloom at different times of the year to ensure a steady food source for dragonflies and other insects throughout the growing season. Providing a water source such as a pond, bird bath, or water feature can also help attract dragonflies to your garden.
