Forest Darner vs Clubtail Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Forest Darner | Clubtail Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Austroaeschna pulchra | Ophiogomphus cecilia |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Gomphidae |
| Size | Body 5-6 cm; wingspan 7-9 cm | 50-55 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Australia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Forest Darner
A handsome darner dragonfly with blue and brown markings found in temperate forests of eastern Australia. It flies along sunlit gaps in the forest canopy.
Did You Know?
Its genus name Austroaeschna means 'southern darner', reflecting its distribution in temperate Australia.
Clubtail Dragonfly
A green-eyed dragonfly with a club-shaped abdomen tip found along clean rivers.
Did You Know?
Its larvae bury themselves in clean sand and are indicators of excellent water quality.