Striped Ladybird vs Variable Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Striped Ladybird | Variable Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Myzia oblongoguttata | Coenagrion pulchellum |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Coccinellidae | Coenagrionidae |
| Size | 6-8mm | 33-35mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Striped Ladybird
A large distinctive ladybird with cream streaks on a brown background. It lives exclusively in conifer trees.
Did You Know?
One of the most distinctively patterned European ladybirds with elongated cream markings instead of round spots.
Variable Damselfly
A blue damselfly with highly variable black markings, making identification challenging. Males have a distinctive mercury or wine-glass shaped mark on the second abdominal segment. It favors sheltered waters.
Did You Know?
Its abdominal markings are so variable that no two individuals are exactly alike, earning it its common name.