Clubtail Dragonfly vs Banded Demoiselle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Clubtail Dragonfly | Banded Demoiselle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ophiogomphus cecilia | Calopteryx splendens |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Gomphidae | Calopterygidae |
| Size | 50-55 mm | 45-48 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Clubtail Dragonfly
A green-eyed dragonfly with a club-shaped abdomen tip found along clean rivers.
Did You Know?
Its larvae bury themselves in clean sand and are indicators of excellent water quality.
Banded Demoiselle
A striking damselfly with metallic blue-green body and distinctive dark wing patches in males. It frequents slow-flowing rivers and streams across Europe.
Did You Know?
Males perform an elaborate fluttering courtship display flight, hovering in front of females to show off their iridescent wing patches.