Delta-spotted Spiketail vs Crimson Marsh Glider
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Delta-spotted Spiketail | Crimson Marsh Glider |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cordulegaster diastatops | Trithemis aurora |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Cordulegastridae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 70-78 mm | 30-38mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Wetlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Asia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Crimson Marsh Glider
A dazzling dragonfly where males are vivid crimson-pink with rose-tinted wing bases. Females are olive-brown. It perches on vegetation tips near marshes and ponds.
Did You Know?
The brilliant crimson-pink color of the male is among the most vivid of any dragonfly in Asia.