Blackburn's Damselfly vs Mascarene Spreadwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blackburn's Damselfly | Mascarene Spreadwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megalagrion blackburni | Lestes auripennis |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Coenagrionidae | Lestidae |
| Size | 30-40 mm | 3.5-4.5 cm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Oceania (Hawaii) | Mauritius, Reunion |
| 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.
Mascarene Spreadwing
A rare damselfly endemic to Mauritius and Reunion in the Mascarene Islands. It breeds in slow-flowing streams with overhanging vegetation.
Did You Know?
Most of Mauritius's original wetland habitat has been converted to sugar cane fields.