Northern White-faced Darter vs Lance-tipped Darner
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Northern White-faced Darter | Lance-tipped Darner |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Leucorrhinia rubicunda | Aeshna constricta |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Libellulidae | Aeshnidae |
| Size | 30-38 mm body length | 65-74 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Scandinavia, Finland, northern Russia, Siberia, subarctic Europe | North America |
| 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.
Lance-tipped Darner
A large brown darner with blue spots common in eastern North America. It is a late-season flier, active well into autumn.
Did You Know?
Its name refers to the lance-shaped cerci (tail appendages) used by males to grasp females during mating.