These Rare Damselflies Find Love With a Twist in Fog City

Most damselflies prefer sun, but the quirky San Francisco forktail damselfly digs the fog.

These Rare Damselflies Find Love With a Twist in Fog City Deep Look

Premiered September 14, 2021
These Rare Damselflies Find Love With a Twist in Fog City

Most damselflies prefer sunny spots, but the quirky San Francisco forktail damselfly digs the fogginess of its hometown. When they hook up, they do it in style – linking their delicate bodies in a heart shape, then flying tandem for an hour or more after.

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