Daintree Ringtail Damselfly vs Common Nawab
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Daintree Ringtail Damselfly | Common Nawab |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Austrolestes psyche | Polyura athamas |
| Order | Odonata | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lestidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | Body 3-4 cm; wingspan 4-5 cm | Wingspan 70-90mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Daintree Ringtail Damselfly
A slender metallic green damselfly found near rainforest streams in north Queensland. It rests with wings spread at an angle, unlike most damselflies.
Did You Know?
Its species name psyche comes from the Greek word for soul or butterfly, referencing its delicate beauty.
Common Nawab
A large butterfly with pale green-white wings edged in black with two prominent hindwing tails. It has a powerful fast flight and is rarely seen feeding on flowers.
Did You Know?
Instead of flowers it feeds on rotting fruit, tree sap, and animal dung using its proboscis to probe wet surfaces.