The Official Washington State Insect

Green Darner

The Green Darner is the official state insect of Washington. It is a large, colorful dragonfly that is found throughout the state. It is easily recognized by its bright green body, white eyes, and blue tipped wings. The Green Darner is a voracious predator, which helps to keep the populations of many other insect species in check. It is also an important pollinator, as it feeds on nectar and other flower-based foods. The Green Darner was chosen as the state insect in 1981 after a vote by Washington schoolchildren. It's interesting to note that the same dragonfly species is also the state insect of South Dakota and Minnesota. This is a testament to its wide range in the United States, as well as its importance as a predator, pollinator, and environmental indicator.

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