Slaty Skimmer vs Woodland Acerentomid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Slaty Skimmer | Woodland Acerentomid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Libellula incesta | Acerentomon maius |
| Order | Odonata | Protura |
| Family | Libellulidae | Acerentomidae |
| Size | 45-52 mm | 1.2-2.0 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Slaty Skimmer
A dark, slate-blue dragonfly of eastern North America. Mature males are uniformly dark blue-black, making them distinctive at ponds.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few North American dragonflies where males are almost entirely dark blue-black.
Woodland Acerentomid
A relatively large proturan found in deciduous forest soils of central Europe. It is among the better-studied acerentomid species.
Did You Know?
Research suggests this species feeds specifically on mycorrhizal fungi, making it dependent on healthy forest root systems.