Hine's Emerald Dragonfly vs Aurora Bluetail Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hine's Emerald Dragonfly | Aurora Bluetail Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Somatochlora hineana | Ischnura aurora |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Corduliidae | Coenagrionidae |
| Size | 5-6 cm | Body 2-3 cm; wingspan 3-4 cm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | United States | Australia, Pacific Islands, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Hine's Emerald Dragonfly
A brilliant green-eyed emerald dragonfly found in calcareous spring-fed wetlands. It is one of the most endangered dragonflies in North America.
Did You Know?
Its larvae take two to four years to develop in the cold, mineral-rich groundwater of fens.
Aurora Bluetail Damselfly
A delicate damselfly with a bright orange-and-blue tail tip, found across the Pacific region. It is one of the most widespread damselflies in the Southern Hemisphere.
Did You Know?
Females come in multiple color forms, a strategy thought to reduce unwanted attention from persistent males.