Blackburn's Damselfly vs Amber Phantom
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blackburn's Damselfly | Amber Phantom |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megalagrion blackburni | Haetera piera |
| Order | Odonata | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Coenagrionidae | Riodinidae |
| Size | 30-40 mm | 55-65 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Oceania (Hawaii) | South America |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Blackburn's Damselfly
A Hawaiian endemic damselfly historically found on multiple islands but now restricted to a few locations. It breeds in streams and seeps in native forests. It is one of the most threatened members of the remarkable Megalagrion radiation.
Did You Know?
Hawaiian Megalagrion damselflies have evolved to breed in an extraordinary range of habitats, from streams to tree holes to damp leaf litter.
Amber Phantom
Largely transparent wings with small amber patches and pink-ringed eyespots. Floats through dark forest understory like a ghost.
Did You Know?
Its nearly invisible wings make it almost undetectable as it drifts through dim forest shade.