Lesser Emperor vs Giant Case-Builder Caddis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lesser Emperor | Giant Case-Builder Caddis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anax parthenope | Phryganea bipunctata |
| Order | Odonata | Trichoptera |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Phryganeidae |
| Size | 62-75 mm body length | 18-25 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southern Europe, Central Europe, Western Europe | Europe |
| 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.
Giant Case-Builder Caddis
A large caddisfly with spotted wings found in northern and central Europe. Larvae construct conspicuous helical cases from plant material in weedy waters.
Did You Know?
Its larvae are among the few caddisflies known to actively prey on other aquatic invertebrates.