Stream Jewelwing vs Common Darter
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Stream Jewelwing | Common Darter |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neurobasis chinensis | Sympetrum striolatum |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Calopterygidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 50-65 mm | 35-44 mm body length |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Asia, Oceania | Western Europe, Central Europe, Southern Europe, Northern Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Stream Jewelwing
A spectacular tropical damselfly where males have iridescent metallic green hindwings that flash in sunlight. Females have bronze-brown wings with white tips.
Did You Know?
Males flash their brilliant metallic green hindwings like semaphore flags to signal territory ownership.
Common Darter
Europe's most abundant dragonfly, with mature males turning bright orange-red. It is often the last dragonfly flying in autumn, sometimes into November.
Did You Know?
Mating pairs lay eggs by repeatedly dipping the female's abdomen into the water while flying in tandem.