Red-eyed Damselfly vs Daintree Ringtail Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red-eyed Damselfly | Daintree Ringtail Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Erythromma najas | Austrolestes psyche |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Coenagrionidae | Lestidae |
| Size | 30-36 mm | Body 3-4 cm; wingspan 4-5 cm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Red-eyed Damselfly
A stocky blue damselfly with distinctive dark red eyes. It spends most of its time perched on floating lily pads rather than bankside vegetation.
Did You Know?
It is almost always found sitting on lily pads far from shore, unlike most damselflies.
Daintree Ringtail Damselfly
A slender metallic green damselfly found near rainforest streams in north Queensland. It rests with wings spread at an angle, unlike most damselflies.
Did You Know?
Its species name psyche comes from the Greek word for soul or butterfly, referencing its delicate beauty.