Sapphire Flutterer vs Goat Biting Louse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sapphire Flutterer | Goat Biting Louse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rhyothemis triangularis | Bovicola caprae |
| Order | Odonata | Phthiraptera |
| Family | Libellulidae | Trichodectidae |
| Size | 30-38mm | 1-2 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Asia | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sapphire Flutterer
A small dragonfly with sapphire-blue metallic patches on its hindwings. It has a fluttering, butterfly-like flight pattern. Males display their iridescent wings in courtship flights over ponds.
Did You Know?
Its butterfly-like flight and metallic blue wings make it look more like a jeweled butterfly than a dragonfly.
Goat Biting Louse
A chewing louse infesting domestic goats worldwide. It feeds on skin flakes and causes intense itching and coat damage.
Did You Know?
Angora goats are particularly susceptible because their long mohair provides an ideal habitat for these lice.