Cobra Clubtail vs Twin-spotted Spiketail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cobra Clubtail | Twin-spotted Spiketail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gomphus vastus | Cordulegaster maculata |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Gomphidae | Cordulegastridae |
| Size | 58-68 mm | 68-78 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cobra Clubtail
A large North American clubtail with a dramatically flared abdomen tip and bold yellow markings. It patrols large rivers and is a powerful, fast flier.
Did You Know?
Its abdomen tip flares out so dramatically that it resembles a cobra's hood, inspiring its common name.
Twin-spotted Spiketail
A large, dark brown spiketail with paired yellow spots on each abdominal segment. It is the most common spiketail in eastern North America.
Did You Know?
Its larvae lie partially buried in stream-bottom leaf litter and ambush passing prey.