Borneo River Cruiser vs Lesser Emperor
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Borneo River Cruiser | Lesser Emperor |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macromia cingulata | Anax parthenope |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Macromiidae | Aeshnidae |
| Size | 7-8.5 cm | 62-75 mm body length |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Malaysia, Indonesia | Southern Europe, Central Europe, Western Europe |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Borneo River Cruiser
A large fast-flying dragonfly of pristine river systems in Borneo. It patrols long stretches of river with a distinctive cruising flight pattern.
Did You Know?
River cruiser dragonflies rarely perch, spending almost their entire adult life on the wing.
Lesser Emperor
A large dragonfly with a brownish thorax and distinctive blue saddle at the base of its abdomen. It is a strong migrant expanding northward through Europe.
Did You Know?
Females lay eggs while flying in tandem with the male over open water.