Sri Lankan Relict Dragonfly vs Pale Bark Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sri Lankan Relict Dragonfly | Pale Bark Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lankanectes corrugatus | Amorphoscelis pallida |
| Order | Odonata | Mantodea |
| Family | Gomphidae | Amorphoscelidae |
| Size | 5-6 cm | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Sri Lanka | Central Africa, West Africa |
| 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.
Pale Bark Mantis
A pale-colored bark mantis from tropical Africa that hunts on light-colored tree bark. Its translucent wings and pale body give it a ghostly appearance.
Did You Know?
Its pale coloring suggests it specializes in hunting on birch-like pale-barked tropical trees.