Northern White-faced Darter vs Common Clubtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Northern White-faced Darter | Common Clubtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Leucorrhinia rubicunda | Gomphus vulgatissimus |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Libellulidae | Gomphidae |
| Size | 30-38 mm body length | 50-55 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Scandinavia, Finland, northern Russia, Siberia, subarctic Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Northern White-faced Darter
A small dragonfly with a dark body, white face, and reddish markings on the abdomen. Males are more brightly colored than females. It breeds in boggy pools surrounded by sphagnum moss in boreal forests.
Did You Know?
Males defend their territory over bog pools with an aggressive aerial display, chasing away rival males and even other dragonfly species.
Common Clubtail
A medium-sized dragonfly with a club-shaped abdomen tip and distinctive yellow and black markings. It emerges en masse from rivers in late spring.
Did You Know?
Unlike most dragonflies, clubtails frequently perch on the ground or on flat surfaces rather than hanging from vegetation.