Emerald-spotted Flatwing Damselfly vs Seychelles Cascader
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Emerald-spotted Flatwing Damselfly | Seychelles Cascader |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phaon iridipennis | Zygonyx hookeri |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Calopterygidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 40-50 mm body length | 5-6.5 cm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda) | Seychelles |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
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.
Seychelles Cascader
A large dragonfly endemic to the Seychelles that breeds in fast-flowing streams and waterfalls. Adults hawk insects over cascading water.
Did You Know?
It is one of only two dragonfly species found exclusively in the Seychelles archipelago.