Balkan Goldenring vs Desert Threadtail Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Balkan Goldenring | Desert Threadtail Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cordulegaster heros | Protoneuridae sp. |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Cordulegastridae | Coenagrionidae |
| Size | 85-97 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Vulnerable |
Balkan Goldenring
The largest dragonfly in Europe, reaching nearly 100 mm in length. It is restricted to clean forest streams in southeastern Europe.
Did You Know?
At nearly 100 mm, it holds the record as the largest dragonfly species in Europe.
Desert Threadtail Damselfly
A tiny, thread-thin damselfly found near desert springs and oases. It has one of the most restricted habitats of any dragonfly, depending on permanent desert water.
Did You Know?
Some desert threadtails exist in populations of fewer than 100 individuals at a single spring.