Fijian Cave Swiftlet Dragonfly vs Hawaiian Orangeblack Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fijian Cave Swiftlet Dragonfly | Hawaiian Orangeblack Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nesobasis erythrops | Megalagrion xanthomelas |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Coenagrionidae | Coenagrionidae |
| Size | 3-4 cm | 32-38 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Wetlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Fiji | Oceania (Hawaii) |
| Conservation | Endangered | Endangered |
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.
Hawaiian Orangeblack Damselfly
A strikingly coloured Hawaiian damselfly with orange and black markings. It was once widespread in lowland wetlands but has declined dramatically due to habitat loss and introduced predators. It breeds in anchialine pools and slow streams.
Did You Know?
This damselfly breeds in anchialine pools - unique coastal ponds with underground connections to the ocean, found along Hawaiian lava shorelines.