Black-shouldered Spinyleg vs Kirby's Dropwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black-shouldered Spinyleg | Kirby's Dropwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dromogomphus spinosus | Trithemis kirbyi |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Gomphidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 60-70 mm | 30-37 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Africa, Asia, Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Black-shouldered Spinyleg
A large, elegant clubtail with distinctive spiny hind legs and black shoulder stripes. It perches conspicuously on rocks and logs along streams.
Did You Know?
The spiny projections on its hind legs form a basket used to scoop prey out of the air.
Kirby's Dropwing
A bright orange-red dragonfly widespread across Africa and into southern Asia. Males have distinctive orange wing bases and red veins.
Did You Know?
It has recently colonized southern Europe via the Middle East, now breeding in Spain and Italy.