Blue-eyed Darner vs Australian Emperor Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue-eyed Darner | Australian Emperor Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rhionaeschna multicolor | Anax papuensis |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Aeshnidae |
| Size | 60-70mm | Body 7-8 cm; wingspan 10-11 cm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America | Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Blue-eyed Darner
A large darner dragonfly with striking bright blue eyes and blue spots on a brown body. It is one of the most common large dragonflies in western North America. It hunts in prolonged patrol flights.
Did You Know?
Its brilliant blue eyes are among the most vivid in the insect world and can be seen from several meters away.
Australian Emperor Dragonfly
A large, powerful dragonfly with a green thorax and blue-spotted abdomen. It is a strong flier commonly seen patrolling ponds and lakes across Australia.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few dragonfly species to have naturally colonized New Zealand by flying across the Tasman Sea.