Filigree Skimmer vs Slender Robber Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Filigree Skimmer | Slender Robber Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudoleon superbus | Leptogaster cylindrica |
| Order | Odonata | Diptera |
| Family | Libellulidae | Asilidae |
| Size | 42-48 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Meadows |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Western 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.
Slender Robber Fly
A delicate, narrow-bodied robber fly with an extremely slender abdomen. It hunts small insects among tall grass stems.
Did You Know?
Its thread-like abdomen makes it almost invisible when resting on grass stems.