Giant Petaltail Dragonfly vs Filigree Skimmer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Petaltail Dragonfly | Filigree Skimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Petalura ingentissima | Pseudoleon superbus |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Petaluridae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 85 mm body, 125 mm wingspan | 42-48 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Oceania | North America |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Giant Petaltail Dragonfly
Australias largest dragonfly and one of the most primitive living species, belonging to a family dating back to the Jurassic period. Larvae live in swamp burrows for years.
Did You Know?
This dragonfly is a living fossil — its family dates back 150 million years to the Jurassic, and larvae dig burrows in swamps where they may live for over a decade.
Filigree Skimmer
A dragonfly with ornate banded wing patterns and arid habitat preferences.
Did You Know?
It is one of few dragonfly species found in extremely arid desert environments.