Blackburn's Damselfly vs Painted Jezebel
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blackburn's Damselfly | Painted Jezebel |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megalagrion blackburni | Delias hyparete |
| Order | Odonata | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Coenagrionidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 30-40 mm | 60-80 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Parasites |
| Regions | Oceania (Hawaii) | Southeast Asia (Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Myanmar, Vietnam) |
| 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.
Painted Jezebel
A brightly colored butterfly with white uppersides and strikingly colorful undersides featuring red, yellow, and black patches on the hindwings. It often roosts in large communal groups.
Did You Know?
At dusk, dozens of individuals gather in communal roosts hanging upside down from branches, displaying their warning-colored undersides.