Red and Blue Damselfly vs Ilia Underwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red and Blue Damselfly | Ilia Underwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xanthagrion erythroneurum | Catocala ilia |
| Order | Odonata | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Coenagrionidae | Erebidae |
| Size | Body 2.5-3 cm; wingspan 3-4 cm | 70-95 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Australia | Eastern North America from southern Canada to the Gulf states |
| 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.
Ilia Underwing
A large moth with bark-patterned gray forewings that conceal bright reddish-orange and black hindwings. When startled, it flashes its colorful hindwings to confuse predators.
Did You Know?
It rests head-down on tree trunks during the day, where its cryptic forewings blend perfectly with oak bark.