Roseate Skimmer vs Japanese Goldenring
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Roseate Skimmer | Japanese Goldenring |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Orthemis ferruginea | Anotogaster sieboldii |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Libellulidae | Cordulegastridae |
| Size | 45-53mm | 80-93 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Mountains |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America, South America | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Japanese Goldenring
One of the largest dragonflies in East Asia with bold black and yellow body rings. It is widespread along mountain streams throughout Japan.
Did You Know?
It is known to catch and eat Asian giant hornets, one of the few insects that can overpower them.