Paddle-tailed Darner vs Common Clubtail Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Paddle-tailed Darner | Common Clubtail Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aeshna palmata | Ictinogomphus ferox |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Gomphidae |
| Size | 65-75 mm | 55-65 mm body length |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Paddle-tailed Darner
A large, boldly marked darner of western North America with distinctive paddle-shaped cerci. Males have bright blue and green abdominal spots.
Did You Know?
Its uniquely flattened, paddle-shaped cerci are unlike those of any other North American darner.
Common Clubtail Dragonfly
A large, boldly marked black and yellow dragonfly with a distinctly clubbed abdomen tip. It is a powerful flier that perches prominently on vegetation overlooking water.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most voracious aerial predators among East African dragonflies, often catching prey nearly as large as itself.