Reunion Riverjack vs Petaltail Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Reunion Riverjack | Petaltail Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zygonyx elisabethae | Tachopteryx thoreyi |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Libellulidae | Petaluridae |
| Size | 5-7 cm | 70-80 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Indoors |
| 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.
Petaltail Dragonfly
A primitive dragonfly that perches on tree trunks and has bog-dwelling larvae.
Did You Know?
It belongs to one of the most ancient dragonfly families, largely unchanged for 150 million years.