Blue Hawker vs Spotted Jezebel
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue Hawker | Spotted Jezebel |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aeshna caerulea | Delias aganippe |
| Order | Odonata | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 54-64mm | 5-6 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Heathland |
| Diet | Predators | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Australia |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Blue Hawker
A small hawker dragonfly with bright blue spots on males and yellow spots on females. It is restricted to high-altitude bogs and moorlands in northern latitudes. It tolerates very cold conditions.
Did You Know?
It breeds in some of the coldest and most inhospitable habitats of any European dragonfly, flying in near-freezing conditions.
Spotted Jezebel
A boldly patterned butterfly with black-bordered white wings and red-spotted undersides. It is the most widespread Delias species in Australia.
Did You Know?
It is the only Australian jezebel butterfly found in arid inland regions.