Brown Hawker vs Splendid Clubtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brown Hawker | Splendid Clubtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aeshna grandis | Gomphidia abbotti |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Gomphidae |
| Size | 70-77 mm | 60-72 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Brown Hawker
A large dragonfly entirely brown with amber-tinted wings, unique among European hawkers. Its warm brown coloring makes it unmistakable in flight.
Did You Know?
It is the only large European dragonfly that is entirely brown with bronze-tinted wings.
Splendid Clubtail
A large, impressive Asian clubtail with bold yellow and black markings. It inhabits forested rivers in Southeast Asia and is a powerful flier.
Did You Know?
At over 70 mm long, it is one of the largest gomphid dragonflies in Southeast Asia.