Common Clubtail vs Dune Spoonwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Clubtail | Dune Spoonwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gomphus vulgatissimus | Halter halteratus |
| Order | Odonata | Neuroptera |
| Family | Gomphidae | Nemopteridae |
| Size | 50-55 mm wingspan | 20-28 mm wingspan (forewings) |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Mediterranean Basin, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common Clubtail
A medium-sized dragonfly with a club-shaped abdomen tip and distinctive yellow and black markings. It emerges en masse from rivers in late spring.
Did You Know?
Unlike most dragonflies, clubtails frequently perch on the ground or on flat surfaces rather than hanging from vegetation.
Dune Spoonwing
A small nemopterid with spoon-tipped hindwings found in coastal Mediterranean habitats. Commonly seen fluttering over sandy ground near the sea.
Did You Know?
The species name 'halteratus' refers to the haltere-like form of its modified hindwings.