Flying Earwig Hawaiian Damselfly vs Toe-winged Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Flying Earwig Hawaiian Damselfly | Toe-winged Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megalagrion nesiotes | Ptilodactyla exotica |
| Order | Odonata | Coleoptera |
| Family | Coenagrionidae | Ptilodactylidae |
| Size | 25-32 mm | 5-10 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Oceania (Hawaii - Oahu) | South America |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Flying Earwig Hawaiian Damselfly
An endemic Hawaiian damselfly found in wet forests, notable for breeding in water-filled leaf axils of native plants rather than streams. It is a small, delicate species. The terrestrial breeding habit is unique among Hawaiian damselflies.
Did You Know?
Unlike most damselflies, this species lays its eggs in the tiny pools of water that collect in the leaf bases of plants, bypassing the need for streams entirely.
Toe-winged Beetle
A soft-bodied beetle whose larvae are aquatic and breathe through anal gills.
Did You Know?
Adults are attracted to lights at night while larvae remain fully aquatic.