Azure Damselfly vs Golden Net-Winged Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Azure Damselfly | Golden Net-Winged Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coenagrion puella | Dictyoptera aurora |
| Order | Odonata | Coleoptera |
| Family | Coenagrionidae | Lycidae |
| Size | 33-36 mm wingspan | 7-12 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Azure Damselfly
A delicate bright blue and black damselfly and one of the most abundant damselfly species in Europe. Males display a U-shaped mark on the second abdominal segment.
Did You Know?
Mating pairs fly in tandem with the male gripping the female behind the head, forming a distinctive heart-shaped wheel during copulation.
Golden Net-Winged Beetle
A soft-bodied beetle with bright orange-red elytra featuring a network of raised veins. It is toxic and uses bright colors to warn predators.
Did You Know?
Several harmless beetle species mimic its coloration to avoid being eaten.