Northern White-faced Darter vs Madagascar Giant Darter
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Northern White-faced Darter | Madagascar Giant Darter |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Leucorrhinia rubicunda | Anax tumorifer |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Libellulidae | Aeshnidae |
| Size | 30-38 mm body length | 8-10 cm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Scandinavia, Finland, northern Russia, Siberia, subarctic Europe | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
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.
Madagascar Giant Darter
A large dragonfly endemic to Madagascar that frequents forest pools and marshes. It is one of the largest odonates on the island.
Did You Know?
Madagascar has lost over 90% of its original forest, threatening many endemic dragonfly species.