Oriental Demoiselle vs Northern White-faced Darter
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oriental Demoiselle | Northern White-faced Darter |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calopteryx cornelia | Leucorrhinia rubicunda |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Calopterygidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 50-58 mm | 30-38 mm body length |
| Habitat | Mountains | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Asia | Scandinavia, Finland, northern Russia, Siberia, subarctic Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
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.