Sapphire Flutterer vs Kenyan Green Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sapphire Flutterer | Kenyan Green Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rhyothemis triangularis | Chrysoperla agilis |
| Order | Odonata | Neuroptera |
| Family | Libellulidae | Chrysopidae |
| Size | 30-38mm | 12-17 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Mountains |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Asia | East Africa, Southern Europe |
| 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.
Kenyan Green Lacewing
A recently described species from the carnea complex found in East African highlands. Occurs in both natural and cultivated habitats.
Did You Know?
It was only separated from Chrysoperla carnea as a valid species in 2015.