Aurora Bluetail Damselfly vs Tau Emerald
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Aurora Bluetail Damselfly | Tau Emerald |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ischnura aurora | Hemicordulia tau |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Coenagrionidae | Corduliidae |
| Size | Body 2-3 cm; wingspan 3-4 cm | 55-60mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Australia, Pacific Islands, Southeast Asia | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Aurora Bluetail Damselfly
A delicate damselfly with a bright orange-and-blue tail tip, found across the Pacific region. It is one of the most widespread damselflies in the Southern Hemisphere.
Did You Know?
Females come in multiple color forms, a strategy thought to reduce unwanted attention from persistent males.
Tau Emerald
A metallic emerald-green dragonfly with bright green eyes and a distinctive T-shaped yellow marking on the abdomen. It is one of the most common dragonflies in Australia. Males patrol relentlessly.
Did You Know?
The yellow tau-shaped mark on its abdomen gives it both its scientific and common name.