Scarlet Percher vs Green Lestes
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Scarlet Percher | Green Lestes |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diplacodes haematodes | Lestes viridis |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Libellulidae | Lestidae |
| Size | Body 3-4 cm; wingspan 5-6 cm | 39-48 mm body length |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Australia, Southeast Asia, Pacific Islands | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Scarlet Percher
A brilliant scarlet-red dragonfly found across northern and inland Australia. Males are among the most vividly colored dragonflies on the continent.
Did You Know?
It is a nomadic species that rapidly colonizes temporary pools formed after heavy rain in arid regions.
Green Lestes
A metallic green damselfly that lays eggs into the bark of overhanging trees. Creates distinctive oviposition scars on willow branches. One of the latest damselflies to fly.
Did You Know?
Uniquely among damselflies, it lays its eggs into tree bark above water rather than into aquatic plants.