Flavolined Longhorn vs Sri Lankan Relict Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Flavolined Longhorn | Sri Lankan Relict Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrodontia flavipennis | Lankanectes corrugatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Gomphidae |
| Size | 45-75 mm | 5-6 cm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia | Sri Lanka |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Flavolined Longhorn
A large prionine beetle with yellowish elytra and dark veined patterns, found in the Amazon basin. It is less well known than its more famous congeners. Larvae develop in large fallen trunks in primary forest.
Did You Know?
Adults are attracted to mercury vapor lights and are most commonly collected at light traps during the wet season.
Sri Lankan Relict Dragonfly
A rare clubtail dragonfly endemic to Sri Lanka's wet zone streams. It has declined sharply due to water pollution and deforestation.
Did You Know?
Sri Lanka's dragonfly fauna includes over 120 species, with more than half found nowhere else.