Aldabra Giant Dragonfly vs Banded Demoiselle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Aldabra Giant Dragonfly | Banded Demoiselle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hemianax ephippiger | Calopteryx splendens |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Calopterygidae |
| Size | 60-70 mm body; 90 mm wingspan | 45-48 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Aldabra, Seychelles, Indian Ocean | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Aldabra Giant Dragonfly
A powerful migratory dragonfly found on Aldabra Atoll and across the Indian Ocean region. It undertakes long-distance flights over open ocean.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few dragonflies known to cross entire oceans during migration.
Banded Demoiselle
A striking damselfly with metallic blue-green body and distinctive dark wing patches in males. It frequents slow-flowing rivers and streams across Europe.
Did You Know?
Males perform an elaborate fluttering courtship display flight, hovering in front of females to show off their iridescent wing patches.