Downy Emerald vs Neon Skimmer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Downy Emerald | Neon Skimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cordulia aenea | Libellula croceipennis |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Corduliidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 47-53mm | 48-55 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Downy Emerald
A metallic green dragonfly with a distinctive downy thorax covered in fine golden hairs. Males patrol tirelessly along woodland lake edges. Its bright green eyes are a key identification feature.
Did You Know?
Males patrol relentlessly along a fixed beat at the water's edge, often for hours without stopping.
Neon Skimmer
A brilliantly red dragonfly of the American Southwest with amber-tinted wings. Males are an intense fluorescent red that seems to glow in sunlight.
Did You Know?
Its neon-red coloring is so vivid that it appears to fluoresce in bright sunlight.