Delta-spotted Spiketail vs Lance-tipped Darner
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Delta-spotted Spiketail | Lance-tipped Darner |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cordulegaster diastatops | Aeshna constricta |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Cordulegastridae | Aeshnidae |
| Size | 70-78 mm | 65-74 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| 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.
Lance-tipped Darner
A large brown darner with blue spots common in eastern North America. It is a late-season flier, active well into autumn.
Did You Know?
Its name refers to the lance-shaped cerci (tail appendages) used by males to grasp females during mating.