Jersey Tiger vs Crimson Marsh Glider
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Jersey Tiger | Crimson Marsh Glider |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Euplagia quadripunctaria | Trithemis aurora |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Erebidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | Wingspan 42-52mm | 30-38mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Wetlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Asia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Jersey Tiger
A day-flying moth with striking black and white striped forewings and bright orange hindwings. It gathers in massive aggregations in summer.
Did You Know?
Thousands gather annually in the Valley of the Butterflies on Rhodes creating one of Europes most spectacular insect events.
Crimson Marsh Glider
A dazzling dragonfly where males are vivid crimson-pink with rose-tinted wing bases. Females are olive-brown. It perches on vegetation tips near marshes and ponds.
Did You Know?
The brilliant crimson-pink color of the male is among the most vivid of any dragonfly in Asia.