Orange-bellied Skimmer vs Rosy Underwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Orange-bellied Skimmer | Rosy Underwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Libellula jesseana | Catocala electa |
| Order | Odonata | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Libellulidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 4-5 cm | 65-80 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | United States, Canada | Central and southern Europe, temperate Asia |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Orange-bellied Skimmer
A rare North American dragonfly found in acidic bog ponds and fens. It is extremely localized across scattered populations in northeastern states.
Did You Know?
It breeds only in very specific acidic water conditions that are becoming increasingly rare.
Rosy Underwing
A large moth with camouflaged grey-brown forewings hiding vivid rosy-pink and black hindwings. When disturbed, the flash of pink confuses predators as it drops from its perch.
Did You Know?
Like all underwing moths, it uses a startle display, flashing its bright hindwings then vanishing as it re-covers them.