Ceylon Angel Insect vs Emerald-spotted Flatwing Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ceylon Angel Insect | Emerald-spotted Flatwing Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zorotypus ceylonicus | Phaon iridipennis |
| Order | Zoraptera | Odonata |
| Family | Zorotypidae | Calopterygidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 40-50 mm body length |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Asia | East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda) |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Ceylon Angel Insect
An Asian zorapteran discovered in Sri Lanka inhabiting rotting wood in humid forests. Wingless individuals lack eyes and are unpigmented.
Did You Know?
Blind wingless individuals and eyed winged individuals of the same species look so different they were once thought to be separate species.
Emerald-spotted Flatwing Damselfly
A stunning damselfly with metallic green and blue body and broad, iridescent wings with emerald spots. Males display by opening and closing their wings to attract females along streams.
Did You Know?
Males perform elaborate courtship displays, hovering in front of females while slowly fanning their iridescent wings to catch the sunlight.