Mascarene Island Dragonfly vs Flat Bark Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mascarene Island Dragonfly | Flat Bark Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thalassothemis marchali | Cucujus cinnaberinus |
| Order | Odonata | Coleoptera |
| Family | Libellulidae | Cucujidae |
| Size | 40-50 mm body length | 11-15 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Mauritius, Reunion Island | Europe |
| Conservation | Endangered | Vulnerable |
Mascarene Island Dragonfly
A skimmer dragonfly endemic to Mauritius and Reunion in the Mascarene Islands. It patrols ponds and streams in remaining forest habitats.
Did You Know?
Habitat loss from invasive plants has dramatically reduced its breeding sites on both islands.
Flat Bark Beetle
A bright red, extremely flat beetle that lives beneath the bark of dead trees. It is an indicator species of old-growth forests.
Did You Know?
Its body is so flat it can fit into spaces less than 2mm thick between bark layers.