Cascade Damselfly vs Painted Skimmer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cascade Damselfly | Painted Skimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thaumatoneura inopinata | Libellula semifasciata |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Thaumatoneuridae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 55-65 mm | 40-47 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Central America | North America |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Cascade Damselfly
A rare damselfly found only near waterfalls in Central American cloud forests.
Did You Know?
Its larvae develop on wet rocks behind waterfall spray zones.
Painted Skimmer
An attractive dragonfly with amber-tinted wings marked by brown bands and spots. It is an early-season flier in eastern North America.
Did You Know?
It is one of the earliest dragonflies to emerge in spring across the eastern United States.