Giant Hawaiian Darner vs Mountain Ladybird
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Hawaiian Darner | Mountain Ladybird |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anax strenuus | Coccinella quinquepunctata |
| Order | Odonata | Coleoptera |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Coccinellidae |
| Size | 10-13 cm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | United States | Europe, Northern Asia |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Giant Hawaiian Darner
The largest dragonfly in the United States, endemic to the Hawaiian Islands. It patrols forest streams and pools in native montane forest.
Did You Know?
Ancient Hawaiians called it the 'pinao' and considered it a guardian spirit of fresh water.
Mountain Ladybird
A five-spotted ladybird commonly found in alpine meadows and mountain pastures. It is an active predator of aphids on alpine plants.
Did You Know?
Massive aggregations of this species have been observed on mountain summits during migration.