Stream Jewelwing vs Tau Emerald
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Stream Jewelwing | Tau Emerald |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neurobasis chinensis | Hemicordulia tau |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Calopterygidae | Corduliidae |
| Size | 50-65 mm | 55-60mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Asia, Oceania | Oceania |
| 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.
Tau Emerald
A metallic emerald-green dragonfly with bright green eyes and a distinctive T-shaped yellow marking on the abdomen. It is one of the most common dragonflies in Australia. Males patrol relentlessly.
Did You Know?
The yellow tau-shaped mark on its abdomen gives it both its scientific and common name.