Cretan Hawker vs Delta-spotted Spiketail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cretan Hawker | Delta-spotted Spiketail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Boyeria cretensis | Cordulegaster diastatops |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Cordulegastridae |
| Size | 60-70 mm body | 70-78 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Crete, Greece | North America |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Cretan Hawker
A dragonfly endemic to the island of Crete, found only along a few shaded mountain streams. One of Europe's most range-restricted dragonflies. Threatened by water extraction.
Did You Know?
Found nowhere else on Earth except a few mountain streams on the island of Crete.
Delta-spotted Spiketail
A large spiketail of eastern North America with distinctive triangular yellow spots along its dark abdomen. It patrols forest streams with a slow, deliberate flight.
Did You Know?
The triangular or delta-shaped abdominal spots give this impressive spiketail its common name.