Mitchell's Diurnal Moth vs Balkan Goldenring

Side-by-side species comparison

Attribute Mitchell's Diurnal Moth Balkan Goldenring
Scientific Name Pollanisus viridipulverulenta Cordulegaster heros
Order Lepidoptera Odonata
Family Zygaenidae Cordulegastridae
Size 18-25 mm wingspan 85-97 mm
Habitat Forests Forests
Diet Parasites Omnivores
Regions Australia, Oceania Europe
Conservation Least Concern Near Threatened

Mitchell's Diurnal Moth

A small, metallic blue-green day-flying moth with a slow, fluttery flight. It is common in heathlands and open forests where its larvae feed on native Cassytha vines.

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Did You Know?

Its metallic colouration and slow flight advertise its toxicity, as the larvae sequester cyanogenic compounds from their host plant.

Balkan Goldenring

The largest dragonfly in Europe, reaching nearly 100 mm in length. It is restricted to clean forest streams in southeastern Europe.

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Did You Know?

At nearly 100 mm, it holds the record as the largest dragonfly species in Europe.