Neon Skimmer vs Ground Skimmer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Neon Skimmer | Ground Skimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Libellula croceipennis | Diplacodes trivialis |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Libellulidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 48-55 mm | 25-32 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Asia, Oceania |
| 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.
Ground Skimmer
A small dragonfly that becomes powder-blue with age in males. It is one of the most common dragonflies in tropical Asia.
Did You Know?
It often perches directly on the ground rather than on elevated vegetation like most dragonflies.