Bog Hawker vs Delta-spotted Spiketail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bog Hawker | Delta-spotted Spiketail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aeshna subarctica | Cordulegaster diastatops |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Cordulegastridae |
| Size | 62-70 mm | 70-78 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Bog Hawker
A rare hawker dragonfly restricted to acidic Sphagnum bogs in northern regions.
Did You Know?
Its larvae develop in cold acidic bog pools over two to three years.
Delta-spotted Spiketail
A large spiketail of eastern North America with distinctive triangular yellow spots along its dark abdomen. It patrols forest streams with a slow, deliberate flight.
Did You Know?
The triangular or delta-shaped abdominal spots give this impressive spiketail its common name.