Relict Himalayan Dragonfly vs Roseate Skimmer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Relict Himalayan Dragonfly | Roseate Skimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epiophlebia laidlawi | Orthemis ferruginea |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Epiophlebiidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 5-6 cm | 45-53mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Wetlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | India, Nepal, Bhutan | North America, South 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.
Roseate Skimmer
A dragonfly where mature males develop a beautiful rosy-pink to violet abdomen. Females are brown with a pale dorsal stripe. It is common in tropical and subtropical wetlands.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few dragonflies in the world that turns genuinely pink, not red or orange.