Calico Pennant vs Japanese Emperor Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Calico Pennant | Japanese Emperor Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Celithemis elisa | Anax parthenope julius |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Libellulidae | Aeshnidae |
| Size | 28-37mm | 70-80 mm body length |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Wetlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | North America | East Asia, Japan/Korea |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Calico Pennant
A small dragonfly with triangular red or yellow wing spots creating a calico pattern. Males have red body and wing markings while females have yellow. It perches delicately on vegetation tips.
Did You Know?
Its patterned wings inspired its 'calico' name, resembling the printed cotton fabric of the same name.
Japanese Emperor Dragonfly
A large hawker dragonfly and one of the most powerful aerial predators in Japanese wetlands. Known as 'gin-yanma' for its silvery-blue markings. Males patrol territories aggressively over ponds.
Did You Know?
This dragonfly can fly at speeds exceeding 30 km/h and catch prey in mid-air using its legs as a basket-like scoop.