Four-Spotted Chaser vs Calico Pennant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Four-Spotted Chaser | Calico Pennant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Libellula quadrimaculata | Celithemis elisa |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Libellulidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 60-70 mm wingspan | 28-37mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Four-Spotted Chaser
A medium-sized dragonfly with two dark spots on the leading edge of each wing, totaling four. It is one of the most widespread dragonflies in the Northern Hemisphere.
Did You Know?
This species occasionally undertakes mass migrations in Europe, with millions of individuals seen flying together in a single direction.
Calico Pennant
A small dragonfly with triangular red or yellow wing spots creating a calico pattern. Males have red body and wing markings while females have yellow. It perches delicately on vegetation tips.
Did You Know?
Its patterned wings inspired its 'calico' name, resembling the printed cotton fabric of the same name.