Neon Skimmer vs Common Clubtail Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Neon Skimmer | Common Clubtail Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Libellula croceipennis | Ictinogomphus ferox |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Libellulidae | Gomphidae |
| Size | 48-55 mm | 55-65 mm body length |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Neon Skimmer
A brilliantly red dragonfly of the American Southwest with amber-tinted wings. Males are an intense fluorescent red that seems to glow in sunlight.
Did You Know?
Its neon-red coloring is so vivid that it appears to fluoresce in bright sunlight.
Common Clubtail Dragonfly
A large, boldly marked black and yellow dragonfly with a distinctly clubbed abdomen tip. It is a powerful flier that perches prominently on vegetation overlooking water.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most voracious aerial predators among East African dragonflies, often catching prey nearly as large as itself.