Selika Dropwing vs Scarlet Pergid Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Selika Dropwing | Scarlet Pergid Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trithemis selika | Pergagrapta polita |
| Order | Odonata | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Libellulidae | Pergidae |
| Size | 35-45 mm | 10-16 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Madagascar | Eastern Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Scarlet Pergid Sawfly
A brightly colored Australian sawfly with a polished dark body and reddish highlights. Larvae feed on eucalyptus and are often found in clusters.
Did You Know?
The genus Pergagrapta is endemic to Australia and represents part of the remarkable radiation of pergid sawflies on that continent.