Bush Giant Dragonfly vs Canary Islands Large White Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bush Giant Dragonfly | Canary Islands Large White Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Uropetala carovei | Pieris cheiranthi |
| Order | Odonata | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Petaluridae | Pieridae |
| Size | 80-90 mm body length, 130 mm wingspan | 55-65 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Oceania (New Zealand) | Canary Islands |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Bush Giant Dragonfly
New Zealand's largest dragonfly and one of the most ancient dragonfly lineages in the world. Its larvae live in burrows in muddy seepages in native bush for several years. Adults patrol forest clearings and can be heard before they are seen due to their loud wing noise.
Did You Know?
The larvae dig burrows in muddy hillsides and ambush prey from the entrance, spending up to seven years underground before emerging as adults.
Canary Islands Large White Butterfly
A large white butterfly endemic to the Canary Islands with prominent dark wing markings. It is found in laurel forests on several islands.
Did You Know?
It is restricted to shrinking patches of ancient laurel forest that once covered much of Europe.