Filigree Skimmer vs Dun-bar
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Filigree Skimmer | Dun-bar |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudoleon superbus | Cosmia trapezina |
| Order | Odonata | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Libellulidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 42-48 mm | 28-34 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Underground |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Filigree Skimmer
A dragonfly with ornate banded wing patterns and arid habitat preferences.
Did You Know?
It is one of few dragonfly species found in extremely arid desert environments.
Dun-bar
A late summer noctuid moth whose caterpillars are partly predatory, eating other moth larvae sharing their tree. Variable brown coloration with a distinctive pale bar.
Did You Know?
Caterpillars are cannibalistic and predatory, readily consuming other moth larvae they encounter on leaves.