Penthicodes Lanternfly vs Northern White-faced Darter
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Penthicodes Lanternfly | Northern White-faced Darter |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Penthicodes pulchella | Leucorrhinia rubicunda |
| Order | Hemiptera | Odonata |
| Family | Fulgoridae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 35-45 mm | 30-38 mm body length |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Indonesia, Java, Sumatra | Scandinavia, Finland, northern Russia, Siberia, subarctic Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Penthicodes Lanternfly
A strikingly beautiful Southeast Asian lanternfly with iridescent blue-green forewings and contrasting red-orange hindwings. Its compact head process is short and rounded.
Did You Know?
This species is highly prized by insect collectors for its metallic coloration, which rivals that of many jewel beetles.
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.