Norfolk Hawker vs Hawaiian Orangeblack Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Norfolk Hawker | Hawaiian Orangeblack Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anaciaeschna isosceles | Megalagrion xanthomelas |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Coenagrionidae |
| Size | 62-67mm | 32-38 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Wetlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Oceania (Hawaii) |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Endangered |
Norfolk Hawker
A large brown hawker dragonfly with distinctive green eyes and a yellow triangle on the second abdominal segment. It is associated with grazing marshes containing the water soldier plant.
Did You Know?
It depends on the water soldier plant for egg-laying, making it vulnerable to the loss of this aquatic plant.
Hawaiian Orangeblack Damselfly
A strikingly coloured Hawaiian damselfly with orange and black markings. It was once widespread in lowland wetlands but has declined dramatically due to habitat loss and introduced predators. It breeds in anchialine pools and slow streams.
Did You Know?
This damselfly breeds in anchialine pools - unique coastal ponds with underground connections to the ocean, found along Hawaiian lava shorelines.