Norfolk Damselfly vs Mascarene Island Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Norfolk Damselfly | Mascarene Island Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coenagrion armatum | Thalassothemis marchali |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Coenagrionidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 28-32 mm | 40-50 mm body length |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Mauritius, Reunion Island |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Endangered |
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.
Mascarene Island Dragonfly
A skimmer dragonfly endemic to Mauritius and Reunion in the Mascarene Islands. It patrols ponds and streams in remaining forest habitats.
Did You Know?
Habitat loss from invasive plants has dramatically reduced its breeding sites on both islands.