Norfolk Damselfly vs Blue-eyed Darner
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Norfolk Damselfly | Blue-eyed Darner |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coenagrion armatum | Rhionaeschna multicolor |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Coenagrionidae | Aeshnidae |
| Size | 28-32 mm | 60-70mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Norfolk Damselfly
A critically rare damselfly once found in the Norfolk Broads of England, now extinct in Britain. Small populations persist in Scandinavia and eastern Europe.
Did You Know?
It went extinct in Britain in the 1950s and has not been seen there since despite extensive surveys.
Blue-eyed Darner
A large darner dragonfly with striking bright blue eyes and blue spots on a brown body. It is one of the most common large dragonflies in western North America. It hunts in prolonged patrol flights.
Did You Know?
Its brilliant blue eyes are among the most vivid in the insect world and can be seen from several meters away.