Mountain Demoiselle vs Balkan Goldenring
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mountain Demoiselle | Balkan Goldenring |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calopteryx exul | Cordulegaster heros |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Calopterygidae | Cordulegastridae |
| Size | 45-52 mm | 85-97 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Africa | Europe |
| Conservation | Endangered | Near Threatened |
Mountain Demoiselle
A rare North African demoiselle restricted to mountain streams in Algeria and Tunisia. Males have dark blue-tinted wings and metallic blue-green bodies.
Did You Know?
It is one of the rarest demoiselles in the world, confined to a handful of streams in the Atlas Mountains.
Balkan Goldenring
The largest dragonfly in Europe, reaching nearly 100 mm in length. It is restricted to clean forest streams in southeastern Europe.
Did You Know?
At nearly 100 mm, it holds the record as the largest dragonfly species in Europe.