Migrant Hawker vs Desert Threadtail Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Migrant Hawker | Desert Threadtail Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aeshna mixta | Protoneuridae sp. |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Coenagrionidae |
| Size | 56-64 mm wingspan | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, Africa | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Migrant Hawker
A medium-sized hawker dragonfly that has significantly expanded its range northward in Europe. It flies late into autumn, often the last dragonfly seen each year.
Did You Know?
This species often forms large feeding swarms in the autumn, with dozens of individuals hunting together over fields and along hedgerows.
Desert Threadtail Damselfly
A tiny, thread-thin damselfly found near desert springs and oases. It has one of the most restricted habitats of any dragonfly, depending on permanent desert water.
Did You Know?
Some desert threadtails exist in populations of fewer than 100 individuals at a single spring.