Giant Darner Dragonfly vs Daintree Ringtail Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Darner Dragonfly | Daintree Ringtail Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tetracanthagyna plagiata | Austrolestes psyche |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Lestidae |
| Size | 100-115 mm body, 160 mm wingspan | Body 3-4 cm; wingspan 4-5 cm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Borneo, Sumatra, Thailand, Indonesia) | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Giant Darner Dragonfly
One of the largest dragonflies in the world, with a wingspan exceeding 16 cm. The body is brown with green markings and the wings are tinted amber. It is a powerful crepuscular hunter.
Did You Know?
It hunts at dusk and dawn when most dragonflies are inactive, using its enormous eyes optimized for low-light vision.
Daintree Ringtail Damselfly
A slender metallic green damselfly found near rainforest streams in north Queensland. It rests with wings spread at an angle, unlike most damselflies.
Did You Know?
Its species name psyche comes from the Greek word for soul or butterfly, referencing its delicate beauty.