A concise field-style guide to Canada’s dragonflies, damselflies, and related families.
This section provides a clear synopsis of Canadian Neuroptera, including a table that distinguishes the families. It explains how this group is laid out and which members are likely to be found in the region, with notes on what is and isn’t included in this edition.
Readers will encounter discussion of major groups such as Libellulida (the dragon-flies) and related subfamilies, plus selections from other lineages that a Canadian naturalist might encounter. The text outlines how genera are characterized and named, using examples to illustrate identification ideas and range notes.
Grounding in a Canadian-focused overview of Neuroptera and their families. Guidance on major groups and the kinds of insects a collector might expect to find. Illustrative references to genera and how they’re classified within the broader group. Practical notes about which taxa are represented in Canada and nearby regions. Ideal for readers of field guides and natural history references who want a compact, reference-ready introduction to Canadian Neuroptera.