Borneo River Cruiser vs Sinuate-winged Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Borneo River Cruiser | Sinuate-winged Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macromia cingulata | Tatocnemis sinuatipennis |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Macromiidae | Platycnemididae |
| Size | 7-8.5 cm | 35-42 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Malaysia, Indonesia | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Data Deficient |
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.
Sinuate-winged Damselfly
An endemic damselfly with distinctively sinuate or wavy-edged wings, a feature unique among Malagasy odonates. Males have a metallic green thorax and pale blue abdomen.
Did You Know?
The unusual wavy wing shape is found in no other damselfly genus, making Tatocnemis instantly recognizable in the field.