What is another word for odonata?
Pronunciation: [ˌə͡ʊdə͡ʊnˈɑːtə] (IPA) 
Odonata is a scientific name for the insect order that includes dragonflies and damselflies. While this is the most common name used in scientific circles, there are a few other synonyms that refer to these fascinating insects. One of these is "Anisoptera," meaning "uneven wings," which refers to the distinct difference in wing size and shape between the two pairs of wings. Another synonym is "Zygoptera," meaning "even wings," which specifically refers to the damselfly suborder due to the similarly shaped wings. "Aeschnoptera" and "Coenagrionoidea" are also used to refer to specific groups within the Odonata order. Regardless of the name used, dragonflies and damselflies continue to captivate insect lovers worldwide.
