Hawaiian Damselfly vs Madagascar Swordtail Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hawaiian Damselfly | Madagascar Swordtail Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megalagrion hawaiiense | Graphium evombar |
| Order | Odonata | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Coenagrionidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 35-45 mm | 80-100 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Hawaii | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Hawaiian Damselfly
An endemic Hawaiian damselfly with red or orange coloring found near streams. It breeds in flowing water in native forest streams.
Did You Know?
Hawaii's damselflies evolved to breed in unusual habitats including tree holes and leaf axils.
Madagascar Swordtail Butterfly
An elegant swallowtail butterfly with elongated sword-like tails on the hindwings and pale green to white bands across dark wings. It has a swift, gliding flight pattern through the forest canopy.
Did You Know?
Males often gather in groups at damp patches on the ground to drink mineral-rich water, a behavior called mud-puddling.