Southern Hawker vs Sallfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Southern Hawker | Sallfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aeshna cyanea | Chloroperla tripunctata |
| Order | Odonata | Plecoptera |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Chloroperlidae |
| Size | 70-76 mm wingspan | 6-10 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Southern Hawker
A large, inquisitive dragonfly with apple-green and blue markings on a dark body. It is known for its curiosity and often approaches and hovers near humans.
Did You Know?
Southern hawkers are among the most curious dragonflies and will frequently investigate humans, hovering at eye level as if studying them.
Sallfly
A small, bright green stonefly with three distinctive dark spots on its head. It is common in clean European upland streams during spring.
Did You Know?
The three dark dots on its head give this species its Latin name tripunctata, meaning three-spotted.