Borneo River Cruiser vs Widow Skimmer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Borneo River Cruiser | Widow Skimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macromia cingulata | Libellula luctuosa |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Macromiidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 7-8.5 cm | 60-68 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Malaysia, Indonesia | North America |
| 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.
Widow Skimmer
A distinctive dragonfly with broad dark wing patches at the base and white bands beyond them in mature males. Females and young males lack the white bands.
Did You Know?
The widow skimmer gets its somber common name from the dark mourning-veil-like patches on the wings of females.