Predaceous Diving Beetle vs Painted Skimmer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Predaceous Diving Beetle | Painted Skimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cybister lateralimarginalis | Libellula semifasciata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Dytiscidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 30-37 mm | 40-47 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southern Europe, Africa, Middle East | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Predaceous Diving Beetle
A large olive-green diving beetle found across southern Europe and Africa. It is a powerful swimmer that hunts a range of aquatic animals.
Did You Know?
In some parts of Asia and Africa, large Cybister species are collected and eaten as a traditional food source.
Painted Skimmer
An attractive dragonfly with amber-tinted wings marked by brown bands and spots. It is an early-season flier in eastern North America.
Did You Know?
It is one of the earliest dragonflies to emerge in spring across the eastern United States.