Chocolate-tip Moth vs Three-veined Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Chocolate-tip Moth | Three-veined Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Clostera curtula | Neodythemis trinervulata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Notodontidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 30-38 mm wingspan | 35-45 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Chocolate-tip Moth
A small greyish moth with a rich chocolate-brown patch at the tip of each forewing. It rests with its wings wrapped tightly around its body.
Did You Know?
When at rest, it curls its abdomen upward and looks remarkably like a broken twig.
Three-veined Dragonfly
A small forest dragonfly with a characteristic three-veined wing pattern that distinguishes it from related species. Males are dark with blue reflections.
Did You Know?
It is one of several Neodythemis species that are extremely difficult to find due to their preference for deep shade within intact forest.