Did you miss the Sympetrum frequens-themed Bug Box? A few more Deluxe boxes from August 2024 are available now, featuring: Male dragonfly pin Male dragonfly iron-on patch Males & females sticker sheet Female dragonfly pin Female dragonfly sticker Fact magnet Dragonfly postcard Dragonfly drinkware With their bright autumnal colors and sudden appearance in the changing season, adults of this species are iconic in Japan, where they are known as "Akiakane" or "Akatanbo". In prehistoric times, they relied on natural wetlands. When humans began cultivating rice paddies in Japan, these dragonflies benefited greatly from the sudden expansion of their favored habitat: grassy flooded areas full of mosquitoes and flies. Don't forget to subscribe to The Bug Box so you never miss out on a future adventure.
