Aldabra Giant Dragonfly vs Eastern Toe-biter
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Aldabra Giant Dragonfly | Eastern Toe-biter |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hemianax ephippiger | Benacus griseus |
| Order | Odonata | Hemiptera |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Belostomatidae |
| Size | 60-70 mm body; 90 mm wingspan | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Aldabra, Seychelles, Indian Ocean | Eastern North America |
| 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.
Eastern Toe-biter
A very large, flattened brown water bug found in eastern North America. Males carry eggs on their backs until they hatch, providing protection and aeration. It can deliver an extremely painful bite if handled.
Did You Know?
Males are dedicated fathers, carrying up to 100 eggs cemented to their backs for several weeks, regularly doing 'push-ups' at the water surface to aerate the developing embryos.