Common Bluetail vs Reunion Riverjack
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Bluetail | Reunion Riverjack |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ischnura elegans | Zygonyx elisabethae |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Coenagrionidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 27-35 mm | 5-7 cm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Mountains |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Reunion |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
Common Bluetail
A small damselfly with a distinctive blue tail-light on segment eight of the abdomen. Females occur in multiple color forms including violet, green, and brown.
Did You Know?
Females exist in at least five distinct color forms, a level of polymorphism rare among damselflies.
Reunion Riverjack
A large dragonfly endemic to the island of Reunion in the Indian Ocean. It patrols waterfalls and fast-flowing mountain streams.
Did You Know?
Deforestation and damming of Reunion's rivers have severely reduced its available breeding habitat.