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  • Ecology
  • Zoology
  • Physiology

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  • Insect eco-physiological traits are crucial for understanding distribution and habitat selection, particularly with changing land use.
  • Odonata (dragonflies and damselflies) exhibit diverse thermoregulation strategies influencing their ecological roles.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To estimate thoracic surface temperature in 20 Odonata species and categorize them by thermoregulation preference (sunny vs. shaded habitats).
  • To assess the influence of air temperature and morphological metrics (thorax and abdomen size) on Odonata thoracic temperature.
  • To test hypotheses regarding temperature differences between heliothermic and thermoconformer species, suborder-specific regulation (Zygoptera vs. Anisoptera), and the impact of thorax volume and abdomen length.

Main Methods:

  • Field study conducted at 18 Amazonian streams in Eastern Amazonia.
  • Measurement of average thoracic surface temperature for 20 Odonata species.
  • Analysis of the relationship between thoracic temperature, air temperature, and six morphological metrics.

Main Results:

  • A significant difference of 2.5°C in thoracic temperature was observed between heliothermic and thermoconformer species.
  • Zygoptera maintained thoracic temperatures near or below air temperature, influenced by air temperature and abdomen length (decreasing temperature).
  • Anisoptera maintained thoracic temperatures above air temperature, significantly influenced by thorax volume (increasing temperature).

Conclusions:

  • Odonata thermoregulation strategies differ between Zygoptera and Anisoptera, with distinct morphological and environmental influences.
  • Morphological traits, specifically thorax volume and abdomen length, play a role in regulating thoracic temperature in Odonata.
  • While general patterns exist, species-specific exceptions underscore the complexity of dragonfly temperature regulation, necessitating consideration of broader eco-physiological factors.