Hagen's Dustywing vs Graphic Flutterer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hagen's Dustywing | Graphic Flutterer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coniopteryx hageniana | Rhyothemis graphiptera |
| Order | Neuroptera | Odonata |
| Family | Coniopterygidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm wingspan | Body 3-4 cm; wingspan 6-7 cm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Wetlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Australia, Papua New Guinea, Indonesia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Hagen's Dustywing
A minute dustywing found across Europe and known for its effectiveness against orchard mites. Easily overlooked due to its tiny size.
Did You Know?
Despite being barely visible to the naked eye, it can consume dozens of mites per day.
Graphic Flutterer
A stunning dragonfly with dark patterned wings that give it a butterfly-like appearance in flight. It flies with a distinctive slow, fluttering motion over tropical wetlands.
Did You Know?
Its slow, fluttery flight is thought to mimic distasteful butterfly species as a form of protective mimicry.