Fijian Cave Swiftlet Dragonfly vs Kirby's Dropwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fijian Cave Swiftlet Dragonfly | Kirby's Dropwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nesobasis erythrops | Trithemis kirbyi |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Coenagrionidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 3-4 cm | 30-37 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Fiji | Africa, Asia, Europe |
| 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.
Kirby's Dropwing
A bright orange-red dragonfly widespread across Africa and into southern Asia. Males have distinctive orange wing bases and red veins.
Did You Know?
It has recently colonized southern Europe via the Middle East, now breeding in Spain and Italy.