Silver-spotted Ghost Moth vs Keeled Skimmer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Silver-spotted Ghost Moth | Keeled Skimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sthenopis argenteomaculatus | Orthetrum coerulescens |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Hepialidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 60-75 mm wingspan | 36-45mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Europe, Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Silver-spotted Ghost Moth
A large ghost moth from North America with silver-spotted wings. Caterpillars bore into the roots of alder trees, taking two years to develop. Adults emerge for brief nocturnal mating flights.
Did You Know?
Larvae spend up to two years boring through alder tree roots in waterlogged soil before pupating.
Keeled Skimmer
A slender dragonfly where mature males develop a powder-blue abdomen. Females and immature males are yellowish-brown. It flies low over shallow boggy streams and seepages.
Did You Know?
It is an indicator species for high-quality wet heathland, and its presence suggests good habitat condition.