Black-shouldered Spinyleg vs Norfolk Hawker
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black-shouldered Spinyleg | Norfolk Hawker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dromogomphus spinosus | Anaciaeschna isosceles |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Gomphidae | Aeshnidae |
| Size | 60-70 mm | 62-67mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Wetlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
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.
Norfolk Hawker
A large brown hawker dragonfly with distinctive green eyes and a yellow triangle on the second abdominal segment. It is associated with grazing marshes containing the water soldier plant.
Did You Know?
It depends on the water soldier plant for egg-laying, making it vulnerable to the loss of this aquatic plant.