Hyacinth Glider vs Four-Spotted Chaser
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hyacinth Glider | Four-Spotted Chaser |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Miathyria marcella | Libellula quadrimaculata |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Libellulidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 35-42 mm | 60-70 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | North America, South America | Europe, Asia, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Hyacinth Glider
A delicate dragonfly with a violet-tinted thorax and a slender banded abdomen. It is common in the Americas from the southern US to Argentina.
Did You Know?
Its larvae often develop among water hyacinth roots, giving the species its common name.
Four-Spotted Chaser
A medium-sized dragonfly with two dark spots on the leading edge of each wing, totaling four. It is one of the most widespread dragonflies in the Northern Hemisphere.
Did You Know?
This species occasionally undertakes mass migrations in Europe, with millions of individuals seen flying together in a single direction.