Green-striped Darner vs Three-veined Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Green-striped Darner | Three-veined Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aeshna verticalis | Neodythemis trinervulata |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 63-72 mm | 35-45 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Green-striped Darner
A large darner of eastern North America with prominent green thoracic stripes. It flies late in the season and is often seen patrolling woodland edges.
Did You Know?
It is one of the latest-flying darners in eastern North America, active into late October.
Three-veined Dragonfly
A small forest dragonfly with a characteristic three-veined wing pattern that distinguishes it from related species. Males are dark with blue reflections.
Did You Know?
It is one of several Neodythemis species that are extremely difficult to find due to their preference for deep shade within intact forest.