Rain Fly vs Banded Demoiselle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rain Fly | Banded Demoiselle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Haematopota crassicornis | Calopteryx splendens |
| Order | Diptera | Odonata |
| Family | Tabanidae | Calopterygidae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 45-48 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Central Asia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Rain Fly
A medium-sized cleg with mottled grey wings and iridescent green eyes. It is most active in humid overcast weather before thunderstorms.
Did You Know?
Its activity increases dramatically before rainstorms, hence the common name 'rain fly'.
Banded Demoiselle
A striking damselfly with metallic blue-green body and distinctive dark wing patches in males. It frequents slow-flowing rivers and streams across Europe.
Did You Know?
Males perform an elaborate fluttering courtship display flight, hovering in front of females to show off their iridescent wing patches.