Flame Skimmer vs Hawaiian Orangeblack Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Flame Skimmer | Hawaiian Orangeblack Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Libellula saturata | Megalagrion xanthomelas |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Libellulidae | Coenagrionidae |
| Size | 65-72 mm wingspan | 32-38 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Wetlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America | Oceania (Hawaii) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Flame Skimmer
A brilliantly red-orange dragonfly found in the southwestern United States and Mexico. Males are unmistakable with their entirely flame-colored body and wings.
Did You Know?
Flame skimmers are frequently attracted to swimming pools and hot tubs, which they mistake for warm natural springs ideal for breeding.
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.