Red and Blue Damselfly vs Hairy Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red and Blue Damselfly | Hairy Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xanthagrion erythroneurum | Brachytron pratense |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Coenagrionidae | Aeshnidae |
| Size | Body 2.5-3 cm; wingspan 3-4 cm | 54-63mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Wetlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Australia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Red and Blue Damselfly
A small damselfly where males display striking red and blue coloring. It is one of the most colorful damselflies in Australia.
Did You Know?
Males are most active in late afternoon, often forming mating swarms over water at dusk.
Hairy Dragonfly
The earliest-emerging hawker dragonfly in Europe, with a distinctively hairy thorax. Males have blue and green markings on a dark body. It flies along ditches and reed-fringed waterways.
Did You Know?
It emerges up to two months earlier than other hawkers, giving it exclusive access to spring insect prey.