Brilliant Emerald vs Inocellia Snakefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brilliant Emerald | Inocellia Snakefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Somatochlora metallica | Inocellia crassicornis |
| Order | Odonata | Raphidioptera |
| Family | Corduliidae | Inocelliidae |
| Size | 50-55mm | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Brilliant Emerald
A metallic green dragonfly with brilliant emerald green eyes. Males patrol low over sheltered lakes and woodland pools. Its thorax is covered with fine golden-green hairs.
Did You Know?
Its entire body shimmers with metallic green iridescence, making it one of Europe's most beautiful dragonflies.
Inocellia Snakefly
A snakefly belonging to the family Inocelliidae, distinguished from Raphidiidae by the absence of ocelli. It is found in European woodlands where it hunts under bark.
Did You Know?
Inocelliid snakeflies lack the simple eyes (ocelli) found in other snakefly families, relying solely on compound eyes.