Lesser Emperor vs Chocolate-tip Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lesser Emperor | Chocolate-tip Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anax parthenope | Clostera curtula |
| Order | Odonata | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Notodontidae |
| Size | 62-75 mm body length | 30-38 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southern Europe, Central Europe, Western Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lesser Emperor
A large dragonfly with a brownish thorax and distinctive blue saddle at the base of its abdomen. It is a strong migrant expanding northward through Europe.
Did You Know?
Females lay eggs while flying in tandem with the male over open water.
Chocolate-tip Moth
A small greyish moth with a rich chocolate-brown patch at the tip of each forewing. It rests with its wings wrapped tightly around its body.
Did You Know?
When at rest, it curls its abdomen upward and looks remarkably like a broken twig.