Green Lestes vs Ringed Cascader
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Green Lestes | Ringed Cascader |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lestes viridis | Zygonyx torridus |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Lestidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 39-48 mm body length | 45-52 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Underground |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Africa, Asia, Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Green Lestes
A metallic green damselfly that lays eggs into the bark of overhanging trees. Creates distinctive oviposition scars on willow branches. One of the latest damselflies to fly.
Did You Know?
Uniquely among damselflies, it lays its eggs into tree bark above water rather than into aquatic plants.
Ringed Cascader
A dragonfly that hunts exclusively over rapids and waterfalls in warm climates.
Did You Know?
Females drop eggs into white water, and larvae cling to rocks in torrents.