Dragonflies have awesome glass-like wings!
How cool are dragonflies?! When I see them I feel so privileged, they are fairly rare around here. Found mostly near or around water, they are around in Southern California, just not as common as in other places. They fly by with such ease and make me feel lucky to see them. I've always thought of them as good luck symbols and as creatures of wind, they are bearers of change.
There are around 5,574 different species of dragonflies.
Fun Fact: Dragonflies have 6 legs but cannot walk.
Some of the meanings or symbolism of the dragonfly are:
• Maturity
• Power & Poise
• Living In the Moment
• Opening of One's Eyes
• Prosperity
• Strength
• Peace
• Good Luck
• Harmony
• Purity
• Renewal
• Change
They are so intriguing the way they skitter over the water and flit around. They are strange and beautiful all at the same time, with glassy wings and brilliant shimmering colors. It's said the movement of the dragonfly's darting on the water is said to symbolize deep thoughts surfacing and represent lessons learned. It's amazing how many cultures and symbols are linked to this creature!
My own photo, taken at Descanso Gardens. Click on the photo for larger image.
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