Golden-Ringed Dragonfly vs Ant Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Golden-Ringed Dragonfly | Ant Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cordulegaster boltonii | Odontomantis planiceps |
| Order | Odonata | Mantodea |
| Family | Cordulegastridae | Hymenopodidae |
| Size | 76-84 mm wingspan | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Grasslands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Golden-Ringed Dragonfly
The longest dragonfly in Britain, adorned with bold black and yellow rings along its body. Females have a conspicuous ovipositor used to inject eggs into stream beds.
Did You Know?
The larvae of golden-ringed dragonflies live buried in stream sediment for up to five years before emerging as adults, ambushing prey from their sandy hideouts.
Ant Mantis
A tiny mantis whose nymphs mimic ants to avoid predation.
Did You Know?
First-instar nymphs run erratically with raised abdomens like weaver ants.