River Jewelwing vs Willow Beauty
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | River Jewelwing | Willow Beauty |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calopteryx aequabilis | Peribatodes rhomboidaria |
| Order | Odonata | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Calopterygidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 42-54 mm | 38-48 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Gardens |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe, western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
River Jewelwing
A North American damselfly with narrow dark wing tips in males and a metallic green body. It prefers faster-flowing rivers than the Ebony Jewelwing.
Did You Know?
Males have dark tips on otherwise clear wings, the reverse pattern of most other jewelwings.
Willow Beauty
A well-camouflaged moth with grey-brown wings marked with dark cross-lines that blends perfectly with tree bark. It is one of the most common moths found in gardens.
Did You Know?
Like the peppered moth, it has developed a darker form in areas affected by industrial pollution.