Oriental Demoiselle vs Mascarene Island Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oriental Demoiselle | Mascarene Island Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calopteryx cornelia | Thalassothemis marchali |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Calopterygidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 50-58 mm | 40-50 mm body length |
| Habitat | Mountains | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Asia | Mauritius, Reunion Island |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Oriental Demoiselle
A Japanese demoiselle with shimmering blue-black wings and a metallic green body. It is endemic to Japan's clean mountain streams.
Did You Know?
It is endemic to Japan and is considered an indicator species for clean mountain water quality.
Mascarene Island Dragonfly
A skimmer dragonfly endemic to Mauritius and Reunion in the Mascarene Islands. It patrols ponds and streams in remaining forest habitats.
Did You Know?
Habitat loss from invasive plants has dramatically reduced its breeding sites on both islands.