Lesser Emperor vs Dicromantispa Mantidfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lesser Emperor | Dicromantispa Mantidfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anax parthenope | Dicromantispa sayi |
| Order | Odonata | Neuroptera |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Mantispidae |
| Size | 62-75 mm body length | 18-28 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southern Europe, Central Europe, Western Europe | Eastern North America |
| 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.
Dicromantispa Mantidfly
A brown mantidfly found across eastern North America in forested habitats. Named after the eminent entomologist Thomas Say.
Did You Know?
Females lay thousands of eggs on stalks, but only larvae that find spider egg sacs survive.