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Least ConcernAs a species of dragonfly, shadow darners are often connected with their relatives in China and Japan as inspiration in folklore or haiku. Dragonflies, in general, are often considered symbols of grace, courage, luck or happiness, and associated with spirits or gods. In Asia, it is thought that they also carry medical properties that combat syphilis, asthma, fever, and other illnesses.
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- Aeshna umbrosa
- taxon rank
- species
- taxon name
- Aeshna umbrosa
- IUCN conservation status
- Least Concern
- taxon common name
- Shadow Darner
- short name
- A. umbrosa
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