Cascade Damselfly vs Red-banded Jezebel
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cascade Damselfly | Red-banded Jezebel |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thaumatoneura inopinata | Delias mysis |
| Order | Odonata | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Thaumatoneuridae | Pieridae |
| Size | 55-65 mm | 6-7 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Central America | Australia |
| 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.
Red-banded Jezebel
A tropical butterfly with white upper wings and vivid red bands on the hindwing underside. It is found in the rainforests of northern Queensland.
Did You Know?
Males often gather in large numbers to drink from muddy puddles along creek beds.