Dragonflies are cold-blooded insects, meaning their body temperature depends on the environment. When it's hot, they often perch in an obelisk pose to help control their temperature. By raising their abdomen toward the sun, they reduce the amount of sunlight hitting their body, which helps keep them cooler. This position also allows them to catch a breeze, further cooling them down while they rest.
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Dragonflies are flying insects. In the summer, dragonflies can be seen perched on tree branches in an obelisk pose (i.e., a handstand position with the tip of their abdomen pointing upward). In 3–5 sentences, describe how dragonflies might control their body temperature and give reasons for why they might perch in this pose.
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