Blackburn's Damselfly vs Ancient Greenling
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blackburn's Damselfly | Ancient Greenling |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megalagrion blackburni | Hemiphlebia mirabilis |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Coenagrionidae | Hemiphlebiidae |
| Size | 30-40 mm | 20-25 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Wetlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Oceania (Hawaii) | Oceania |
| Conservation | Endangered | Endangered |
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.
Ancient Greenling
The sole surviving member of one of the most ancient damselfly families on Earth.
Did You Know?
It is considered a living fossil and the most phylogenetically isolated odonate alive.