Canada Darner vs Sudan Plague Locust
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Canada Darner | Sudan Plague Locust |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aeshna canadensis | Aiolopus simulatrix |
| Order | Odonata | Orthoptera |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 62-72 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Canada Darner
A common large darner of northeastern North America with blue and green markings. Its notched thoracic stripes help distinguish it from similar species.
Did You Know?
Its thoracic side stripes have a distinctive notch that separates it from the very similar Lake Darner.
Sudan Plague Locust
A slender grasshopper of the Sahel zone that occasionally reaches plague densities after good rains. It is an important crop pest in Sudan and neighboring countries.
Did You Know?
It can breed continuously as long as green vegetation is available, producing several generations per year.