Scarlet Percher vs Migrant Hawker
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Scarlet Percher | Migrant Hawker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diplacodes haematodes | Aeshna mixta |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Libellulidae | Aeshnidae |
| Size | Body 3-4 cm; wingspan 5-6 cm | 56-64 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Australia, Southeast Asia, Pacific Islands | Europe, Asia, Africa |
| 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.
Migrant Hawker
A medium-sized hawker dragonfly that has significantly expanded its range northward in Europe. It flies late into autumn, often the last dragonfly seen each year.
Did You Know?
This species often forms large feeding swarms in the autumn, with dozens of individuals hunting together over fields and along hedgerows.