Banded Demoiselle vs Northern Emerald Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Banded Demoiselle | Northern Emerald Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calopteryx splendens | Somatochlora arctica |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Calopterygidae | Corduliidae |
| Size | 45-48 mm wingspan | 48-55 mm body length |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Heathland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Northern Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
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.
Northern Emerald Dragonfly
A rare dragonfly of northern bogs and moorland pools. Has brilliant emerald-green eyes and a bronzy-green body. One of the most northerly-ranging dragonfly species.
Did You Know?
One of the few dragonfly species adapted to breed in acidic bog pools with very low nutrient levels.