Sri Lankan Relict Dragonfly vs Japanese Robber Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sri Lankan Relict Dragonfly | Japanese Robber Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lankanectes corrugatus | Cophinopoda chinensis |
| Order | Odonata | Diptera |
| Family | Gomphidae | Asilidae |
| Size | 5-6 cm | 20-30 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Sri Lanka | East Asia |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Sri Lankan Relict Dragonfly
A rare clubtail dragonfly endemic to Sri Lanka's wet zone streams. It has declined sharply due to water pollution and deforestation.
Did You Know?
Sri Lanka's dragonfly fauna includes over 120 species, with more than half found nowhere else.
Japanese Robber Fly
A large East Asian robber fly with powerful raptorial legs. It preys on cicadas and large beetles in montane forests.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few flies capable of overpowering and killing adult cicadas.