Relict Himalayan Dragonfly vs Wandering Glider
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Relict Himalayan Dragonfly | Wandering Glider |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epiophlebia laidlawi | Pantala hymenaea |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Epiophlebiidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 5-6 cm | 46-52mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | India, Nepal, Bhutan | North America, South America, Asia |
| 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.
Wandering Glider
A medium-sized dragonfly with broad hindwings and a yellowish body. It spends almost its entire life on the wing, rarely perching. It breeds in temporary rain pools.
Did You Know?
It can develop from egg to adult in as little as 38 days, one of the fastest development times of any dragonfly.