Selika Dropwing vs Heath Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Selika Dropwing | Heath Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trithemis selika | Chorthippus vagans |
| Order | Odonata | Orthoptera |
| Family | Libellulidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 35-45 mm | 12-18mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Madagascar | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Selika Dropwing
A robust dragonfly with crimson to dark red coloration in mature males and brown in females. It perches conspicuously on waterside vegetation with wings held forward.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most commonly seen dragonflies in Madagascar, even found in urban parks and garden ponds in Antananarivo.
Heath Grasshopper
A small brown grasshopper confined to heathland. One of the rarest grasshoppers in Britain.
Did You Know?
Confined to a handful of heathland sites in Dorset and threatened by heathland loss and scrub encroachment.