Demoiselle vs White-faced Darter
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Demoiselle | White-faced Darter |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calopteryx haemorrhoidalis | Leucorrhinia dubia |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Calopterygidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 45-48 mm | 33-37mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Underground |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Africa | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
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.
White-faced Darter
A small dragonfly with a distinctive white face and red markings on a dark body. It is a specialist of acidic bog pools with Sphagnum moss. Males hover over pools displaying their white face.
Did You Know?
It is so dependent on intact peatland bogs that its presence indicates a healthy, undrained peat ecosystem.