Emperor Dragonfly vs Bladetail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Emperor Dragonfly | Bladetail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anax imperator | Lindenia tetraphylla |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Gomphidae |
| Size | 66-84 mm body, 78 mm wingspan | 55-65 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Africa, Asia | Europe, Asia, Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Emperor Dragonfly
One of the largest dragonflies in Europe. Powerful flier that patrols territories along waterways. Can fly at speeds up to 54 km/h and catch prey mid-flight with near-perfect accuracy.
Did You Know?
Emperor dragonflies have a prey capture success rate of 95% — the highest of any predator on Earth. Lions succeed only 25% of the time.
Bladetail
A large gomphid dragonfly with leaf-shaped abdominal expansions at the tail.
Did You Know?
It has declined dramatically due to loss of large natural lakes in the Mediterranean.