Splendid Clubtail vs Australian Emperor Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Splendid Clubtail | Australian Emperor Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gomphidia abbotti | Anax papuensis |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Gomphidae | Aeshnidae |
| Size | 60-72 mm | Body 7-8 cm; wingspan 10-11 cm |
| Habitat | Forests | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Asia | Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Splendid Clubtail
A large, impressive Asian clubtail with bold yellow and black markings. It inhabits forested rivers in Southeast Asia and is a powerful flier.
Did You Know?
At over 70 mm long, it is one of the largest gomphid dragonflies in Southeast Asia.
Australian Emperor Dragonfly
A large, powerful dragonfly with a green thorax and blue-spotted abdomen. It is a strong flier commonly seen patrolling ponds and lakes across Australia.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few dragonfly species to have naturally colonized New Zealand by flying across the Tasman Sea.