Blue-fronted Dancer vs Ghost Darner
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue-fronted Dancer | Ghost Darner |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Argia apicalis | Anax longipes |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Coenagrionidae | Aeshnidae |
| Size | 28-38 mm | 73-80 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Blue-fronted Dancer
A robust damselfly with vivid blue coloring found in eastern North America. It prefers streams and rivers rather than still water.
Did You Know?
Unlike most pond damselflies, dancers are adapted to flowing water and perch on streamside rocks.
Ghost Darner
A large green-eyed dragonfly with a distinctively long reddish-brown abdomen.
Did You Know?
Males patrol over water with a conspicuous undulating flight pattern.