Emerald-spotted Flatwing Damselfly vs Rain Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Emerald-spotted Flatwing Damselfly | Rain Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phaon iridipennis | Haematopota crassicornis |
| Order | Odonata | Diptera |
| Family | Calopterygidae | Tabanidae |
| Size | 40-50 mm body length | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda) | Europe, Central Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Emerald-spotted Flatwing Damselfly
A stunning damselfly with metallic green and blue body and broad, iridescent wings with emerald spots. Males display by opening and closing their wings to attract females along streams.
Did You Know?
Males perform elaborate courtship displays, hovering in front of females while slowly fanning their iridescent wings to catch the sunlight.
Rain Fly
A medium-sized cleg with mottled grey wings and iridescent green eyes. It is most active in humid overcast weather before thunderstorms.
Did You Know?
Its activity increases dramatically before rainstorms, hence the common name 'rain fly'.