Bog Hawker vs White-faced Darter
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bog Hawker | White-faced Darter |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aeshna subarctica | Leucorrhinia dubia |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 62-70 mm | 33-37mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Near Threatened |
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.
White-faced Darter
A small dragonfly with a distinctive white face and red markings on a dark body. It is a specialist of acidic bog pools with Sphagnum moss. Males hover over pools displaying their white face.
Did You Know?
It is so dependent on intact peatland bogs that its presence indicates a healthy, undrained peat ecosystem.