Green-eyed Hooktail vs Flame Skimmer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Green-eyed Hooktail | Flame Skimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Paragomphus genei | Libellula saturata |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Gomphidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 40-48 mm | 65-72 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Africa | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Green-eyed Hooktail
An African clubtail with bright green eyes and hooked male appendages. It is found along rivers and streams throughout sub-Saharan Africa.
Did You Know?
Its bright green eyes are unusually vivid among gomphids, which typically have duller eye colors.
Flame Skimmer
A brilliantly red-orange dragonfly found in the southwestern United States and Mexico. Males are unmistakable with their entirely flame-colored body and wings.
Did You Know?
Flame skimmers are frequently attracted to swimming pools and hot tubs, which they mistake for warm natural springs ideal for breeding.