A Checklist of Dragonfly (Odonata: Anisoptera) diversity in the campus of Government Autonomous Post Graduate College, Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh, India

Dragonflies (Order: Odonata) plays key role in aquatic and forest ecosystems. This study documents the variety and distribution of dragonfly species on the campus of the Pradhan Mantri College of Excellence (PMCoE) Government Autonomous Postgraduate College in Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh, India. Field surveys took place from June to October 2025. We recorded a total of 26 dragonfly species, belonging to three families- Aeshnidae, Cordulegastridae, and Libellulidae. We classified species as very common, common, rare, or very rare based on their frequency. The dominance of habitat-tolerant species shows urban influence. However, the presence of a few rare and very rare species points to limited semi-natural microhabitats. This study underscores the ecological value of campus ecosystems and highlights the need to protect their natural habitats in semi-urban areas.