Sunburst Diving Beetle vs Calico Pennant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sunburst Diving Beetle | Calico Pennant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thermonectus marmoratus | Celithemis elisa |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Dytiscidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 12-15 mm | 28-37mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Southwestern North America, Mexico | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sunburst Diving Beetle
A striking yellow-and-black spotted diving beetle from the American Southwest and Mexico. Its larvae have been discovered to possess bifocal lenses in their eyes.
Did You Know?
Its larvae are the first animals discovered to have true bifocal eyes, with two focal lengths in a single lens.
Calico Pennant
A small dragonfly with triangular red or yellow wing spots creating a calico pattern. Males have red body and wing markings while females have yellow. It perches delicately on vegetation tips.
Did You Know?
Its patterned wings inspired its 'calico' name, resembling the printed cotton fabric of the same name.