Larger Grain Borer vs Kirby's Dropwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Larger Grain Borer | Kirby's Dropwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Prostephanus truncatus | Trithemis kirbyi |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Bostrichidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 3-4.5 mm | 30-37 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Africa, Central America | Africa, Asia, Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Larger Grain Borer
A devastating pest of stored maize and dried cassava in Africa. It can cause grain weight losses exceeding 30% in untreated stores.
Did You Know?
A predatory beetle, Teretrius nigrescens, was introduced to Africa as a biological control agent against it.
Kirby's Dropwing
A bright orange-red dragonfly widespread across Africa and into southern Asia. Males have distinctive orange wing bases and red veins.
Did You Know?
It has recently colonized southern Europe via the Middle East, now breeding in Spain and Italy.