Jumbo dragonfly Coloring Pages

The biggest dragonfly in Japan!

The Jumbo dragonfly is the biggest kind of dragonfly in Japan. It has a super big body and wings. It is a very strong hunter that catches and eats bees and horseflies.

What do the body patterns look like?

The Jumbo dragonfly has black and yellow stripes all over its body.

• It has hair on its head that looks just like a hair whorl.
• Its big eyes are green and look super cool.
• Its wings are clear, and it flies around by moving them with great power.

Where does it live?

The Jumbo dragonfly lives near rivers, ponds, and marshes with clean running water.

• When it is a baby, it lives in the water. This baby is called a "yago" (dragonfly nymph).
• The yago grows bigger by eating small insects and fish in the water.

How long is its life?

After hatching from an egg, the Jumbo dragonfly spends about 2 to 3 years growing big as a yago in the water.

• Then, during the hot summer, it comes out of the water and becomes an adult dragonfly.
• Once it becomes an adult, it lives for about 1 to 2 months.

How to Choose Colors: Make Cool Stripes!

The Jumbo dragonfly is known for its black and yellow stripes.

• Whole body: Color in alternating black and yellow so the stripes stand out clearly.
• Eyes: Carefully color the round green eyes to make the face look full of life!
• Wings: Wings are clear, so adding a tiny bit of light blue or light gray will make them look shiny!

How to Make It Look 3D: Think About "Light" and "Shadow"!

The body of a Jumbo dragonfly is round. Let's think about "light" and "shadow" to show this shape!

• Shadowy spots: Try using a darker color on the bottom of the body or under the wings. Coloring these deep spots darker makes your picture look 3D!
• Sunlit spots: Leave a lighter color near the middle of its back. This makes it look like light is shining on it, just like a real one!

Tips for Having Fun with Your Coloring Page!

• Express yourself freely!
• You do not have to use real colors. You can use any colors you like! What kind of Jumbo dragonfly would you love to see? Red and blue stripes might look really cool too!
• Try adding a background!
• Where is your Jumbo dragonfly flying? If you draw a riverbank or a summer sky, your picture will come to life even more!