Seychelles Cascader vs Desert Threadtail Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Seychelles Cascader | Desert Threadtail Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zygonyx hookeri | Protoneuridae sp. |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Libellulidae | Coenagrionidae |
| Size | 5-6.5 cm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Seychelles | North America |
| Conservation | Endangered | Vulnerable |
Seychelles Cascader
A large dragonfly endemic to the Seychelles that breeds in fast-flowing streams and waterfalls. Adults hawk insects over cascading water.
Did You Know?
It is one of only two dragonfly species found exclusively in the Seychelles archipelago.
Desert Threadtail Damselfly
A tiny, thread-thin damselfly found near desert springs and oases. It has one of the most restricted habitats of any dragonfly, depending on permanent desert water.
Did You Know?
Some desert threadtails exist in populations of fewer than 100 individuals at a single spring.