Banded Pennant vs Australian Spoonwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Banded Pennant | Australian Spoonwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Celithemis fasciata | Chasmoptera hutti |
| Order | Odonata | Neuroptera |
| Family | Libellulidae | Nemopteridae |
| Size | 35-40mm | 25-35 mm wingspan (forewings) |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America | Southern Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Banded Pennant
A medium-sized dragonfly with bold dark bands across all four wings. Its body is dark with reddish markings. It perches prominently on the tips of twigs near water.
Did You Know?
It perches at the very tips of twigs, looking like a tiny flag waving in the wind.
Australian Spoonwing
One of the few Australian nemopterids, with distinctive elongated hindwings. Found in arid and semi-arid regions of southern Australia.
Did You Know?
It is the only nemopterid genus found in Australia, making it biogeographically significant.