Paddle-tailed Darner vs Sinai Desert Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Paddle-tailed Darner | Sinai Desert Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aeshna palmata | Eremiaphila rotundipennis |
| Order | Odonata | Mantodea |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Eremiaphilidae |
| Size | 65-75 mm | 18-28 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Egypt, Israel, Jordan |
| 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.
Sinai Desert Mantis
A pale yellow desert mantis from the Sinai Peninsula with rounded wing remnants. It is one of the better-studied Eremiaphila species due to its accessible range.
Did You Know?
Its rounded vestigial wings are non-functional but may play a role in thermoregulation.