Reunion Riverjack vs Desert Tiger Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Reunion Riverjack | Desert Tiger Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zygonyx elisabethae | Cicindela hemorrhagica |
| Order | Odonata | Coleoptera |
| Family | Libellulidae | Cicindelidae |
| Size | 5-7 cm | 12-15 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Reunion | North America |
| Conservation | Critically Endangered | Least Concern |
Reunion Riverjack
A large dragonfly endemic to the island of Reunion in the Indian Ocean. It patrols waterfalls and fast-flowing mountain streams.
Did You Know?
Deforestation and damming of Reunion's rivers have severely reduced its available breeding habitat.
Desert Tiger Beetle
A bright red and green tiger beetle that hunts along the edges of desert streams and alkaline flats. It is an extremely fast runner relative to its body size.
Did You Know?
It runs so fast that its eyes cannot process images quickly enough, forcing it to stop and re-aim at prey.