Orange-spotted Emerald vs Forest Darner
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Orange-spotted Emerald | Forest Darner |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oxygastra curtisii | Austroaeschna pulchra |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Corduliidae | Aeshnidae |
| Size | 48-54 mm | Body 5-6 cm; wingspan 7-9 cm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Africa | Australia |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Orange-spotted Emerald
A rare metallic green dragonfly with golden spots along its abdomen.
Did You Know?
It patrols in dappled sunlight along tree-lined river corridors.
Forest Darner
A handsome darner dragonfly with blue and brown markings found in temperate forests of eastern Australia. It flies along sunlit gaps in the forest canopy.
Did You Know?
Its genus name Austroaeschna means 'southern darner', reflecting its distribution in temperate Australia.