Peach Blossom vs Canada Darner
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Peach Blossom | Canada Darner |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thyatira batis | Aeshna canadensis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Drepanidae | Aeshnidae |
| Size | 35-40 mm wingspan | 62-72 mm |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Peach Blossom
A charming moth with olive-brown forewings adorned with pink and white spots that resemble peach blossoms. Fresh specimens are among the most beautiful of all European moths.
Did You Know?
The pink spots fade to white with age, so only freshly emerged moths display the full peach-blossom pattern.
Canada Darner
A common large darner of northeastern North America with blue and green markings. Its notched thoracic stripes help distinguish it from similar species.
Did You Know?
Its thoracic side stripes have a distinctive notch that separates it from the very similar Lake Darner.