Banded Pennant vs Clubtail Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Banded Pennant | Clubtail Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Celithemis fasciata | Ophiogomphus cecilia |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Libellulidae | Gomphidae |
| Size | 35-40mm | 50-55 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
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.
Clubtail Dragonfly
A green-eyed dragonfly with a club-shaped abdomen tip found along clean rivers.
Did You Know?
Its larvae bury themselves in clean sand and are indicators of excellent water quality.