Fulvous Forest Skimmer vs Northern Emerald Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fulvous Forest Skimmer | Northern Emerald Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neurothemis fulvia | Somatochlora arctica |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Libellulidae | Corduliidae |
| Size | 30-40 mm body length | 48-55 mm body length |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | South Asia (India, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka) | Northern Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Fulvous Forest Skimmer
A beautiful dragonfly showing dramatic sexual dimorphism. Males have rich amber-orange wings with dark tips, while females have transparent wings with brown markings. It perches frequently on waterside vegetation.
Did You Know?
Males are intensely territorial and perform spectacular aerial dogfights to defend their perching and breeding territories.
Northern Emerald Dragonfly
A rare dragonfly of northern bogs and moorland pools. Has brilliant emerald-green eyes and a bronzy-green body. One of the most northerly-ranging dragonfly species.
Did You Know?
One of the few dragonfly species adapted to breed in acidic bog pools with very low nutrient levels.