Demoiselle vs Graphic Flutterer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Demoiselle | Graphic Flutterer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calopteryx haemorrhoidalis | Rhyothemis graphiptera |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Calopterygidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 45-48 mm | Body 3-4 cm; wingspan 6-7 cm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Wetlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Africa | Australia, Papua New Guinea, Indonesia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Demoiselle
A Mediterranean damselfly with deeply pigmented wings and metallic body coloration.
Did You Know?
Males defend stream territories and perform dramatic wing-clapping courtship flights.
Graphic Flutterer
A stunning dragonfly with dark patterned wings that give it a butterfly-like appearance in flight. It flies with a distinctive slow, fluttering motion over tropical wetlands.
Did You Know?
Its slow, fluttery flight is thought to mimic distasteful butterfly species as a form of protective mimicry.