Dragonfly or damselfly?
Dragonflies generally rest with wings spread. Their large eyes occupy much of the head.
What do dragonflies eat?
Adults catch insects in flight; aquatic nymphs hunt underwater.
Where can you watch them?
Look over pond edges from a stable path.
Try one observation
Choose a perch and watch whether the insect returns after flying. Note the resting wing position, without stepping into the water.
Observe without handling or collecting. These clues are a starting point, not a confirmed identification.