Relict Himalayan Dragonfly vs Common Green Darner
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Relict Himalayan Dragonfly | Common Green Darner |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epiophlebia laidlawi | Anax junius |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Epiophlebiidae | Aeshnidae |
| Size | 5-6 cm | 68-80 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | India, Nepal, Bhutan | North America, Central America |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Relict Himalayan Dragonfly
A living fossil dragonfly from the Himalayas that retains features of both dragonflies and damselflies. It breeds in cold mountain streams above 1800 m.
Did You Know?
Its family dates back to the Jurassic period, making it one of the most primitive living dragonflies.
Common Green Darner
A large migratory dragonfly with a green thorax and blue abdomen found across North America. It undertakes multigenerational migrations spanning thousands of kilometers.
Did You Know?
Green darners migrate in swarms of millions from Canada to Mexico each autumn, with the return journey completed by their offspring the following spring.