Filigree Skimmer vs River Clubtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Filigree Skimmer | River Clubtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudoleon superbus | Stylurus flavipes |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Libellulidae | Gomphidae |
| Size | 42-48 mm | 50-55mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
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.
River Clubtail
A large clubtail dragonfly with yellow and black markings and a distinctly expanded abdomen tip. It breeds in large lowland rivers with sandy beds. Adults spend much time hanging in tree canopies.
Did You Know?
Adults spend most of their time high in riverside trees, only descending to water to breed, making them hard to observe.