Fijian Cave Swiftlet Dragonfly vs Black Darter
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fijian Cave Swiftlet Dragonfly | Black Darter |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nesobasis erythrops | Sympetrum danae |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Coenagrionidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 3-4 cm | 29-34mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Underground |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Fiji | Europe, Asia, North America |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Fijian Cave Swiftlet Dragonfly
An endemic Fijian damselfly found along shaded forest streams on Viti Levu. Males have distinctive red eyes and metallic green bodies.
Did You Know?
Fiji has over 20 endemic Nesobasis damselfly species, one of the richest island damselfly radiations.
Black Darter
Britain s smallest dragonfly where mature males become entirely jet black, unique among European dragonflies. Females and immatures are yellow with black markings. It prefers acidic boggy habitats.
Did You Know?
Males are the only entirely black dragonfly in Europe, making them unmistakable at acidic bog pools.