Hairy Dragonfly vs Northern Emerald Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hairy Dragonfly | Northern Emerald Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Brachytron pratense | Somatochlora arctica |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Corduliidae |
| Size | 54-63mm | 48-55 mm body length |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Heathland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Northern Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Hairy Dragonfly
The earliest-emerging hawker dragonfly in Europe, with a distinctively hairy thorax. Males have blue and green markings on a dark body. It flies along ditches and reed-fringed waterways.
Did You Know?
It emerges up to two months earlier than other hawkers, giving it exclusive access to spring insect prey.
Northern Emerald Dragonfly
A rare dragonfly of northern bogs and moorland pools. Has brilliant emerald-green eyes and a bronzy-green body. One of the most northerly-ranging dragonfly species.
Did You Know?
One of the few dragonfly species adapted to breed in acidic bog pools with very low nutrient levels.