Black Darter vs Hagen's Dustywing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black Darter | Hagen's Dustywing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sympetrum danae | Coniopteryx hageniana |
| Order | Odonata | Neuroptera |
| Family | Libellulidae | Coniopterygidae |
| Size | 29-34mm | 3-4 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Orchards |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Black Darter
Britain s smallest dragonfly where mature males become entirely jet black, unique among European dragonflies. Females and immatures are yellow with black markings. It prefers acidic boggy habitats.
Did You Know?
Males are the only entirely black dragonfly in Europe, making them unmistakable at acidic bog pools.
Hagen's Dustywing
A minute dustywing found across Europe and known for its effectiveness against orchard mites. Easily overlooked due to its tiny size.
Did You Know?
Despite being barely visible to the naked eye, it can consume dozens of mites per day.