Firebreathing Dragonfly

The Firebreathing Dragonfly is a Rare bug in Palia.

Description

“	This Dragonfly is notoriously difficult to catch, in part due to its fiery breath. Found in the fields of Kilima.	”
–In-Game Item Description

A bright orange dragonfly, found in the fields of Kilima.

How to Obtain

Bug Catching

The Firebreathing Dragonfly can be found around the Mirror Pond Ruins, Mirror Fields, and by the Daiya Family Farm in Kilima Valley during any time of day.

Behavior

The Firebreathing Dragonfly darts around in the air, pausing for several seconds after it moves, and is easily identifiable by its bright red body and orange wings.

Firebreathing Dragonflies are alerted by nearby player movement and Smoke Bombs, and will attempt to flee. Because of its quick speed, it is recommended that players wait until the Firebreathing Dragonfly pauses its movement before attempting to throw additional Smoke Bombs.

Drops

There is a chance the Firebreathing Dragonfly will drop the following item when caught:

• 1 - 7 Silk Thread

Uses

Gifting

Current weekly wants of Firebreathing Dragonfly for February 23, 2026 - March 1, 2026:

• Nobody

Villagers who like Firebreathing Dragonfly:

•  Auni
  
•  Elouisa
  
•  Jel
  
•  Kenyatta
  
•  Najuma
  
•  Tamala
  

Crafting

The following use Firebreathing Dragonfly as an ingredient:

The following use Any Bug as an ingredient:

• QualityUp Fertilizer

Accomplishments

The following accomplishments require Firebreathing Dragonfly:

• Kilima and Bahari Bug Collector
• My First Rare Bug
• Master Kilima and Bahari Bug Collector

Quest Items

Firebreathing Dragonfly is used to craft a Quest Item:

• Confidence Charm
• Cleansing Candles

Quests

Firebreathing Dragonfly is used in the following Quests:

Daily

• Bug Blast
  • Optional choice for Any Rare Bug

Friendship

 Badruu Level 3

• Music to My Ears

 Hodari Level 4

• Say It Ain't Seance

Bundles

Firebreathing Dragonfly is used in the following Bundles:

• Brightbug Bundle

Notes

Starred versions of this bug can be placed as decor on the Player's Housing Plot.

Terrarium size: 3x3 (Small, Rectangular)

Experience from catching Firebreathing Dragonfly counts towards the following Accomplishments:

• Advanced Bug Catcher
• Expert Bug Catcher
• Master Bug Catcher
• My First Rare Bug
• Catch Bugs

Similar Items

• Brushtail Dragonfly
• Inky Dragonfly
• Jewelwing Dragonfly

Trivia

• Firebreathing Dragonfly was required for the Bioluminescence Bundle between January 13, 2026 - February 3, 2026.

Gallery

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  Official Icon of Firebreathing Dragonfly in Palia.
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  How Firebreathing Dragonfly looks in the wild.
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  How Firebreathing Dragonfly looks when placed in the Housing Plot.

Update History

Build 0.180:

• Values increased:
  
  • Base: 125 --> 150 Gold
    
  • Star Quality: 187 --> 225 Gold