Swamp Darner vs Fulvous Forest Skimmer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Swamp Darner | Fulvous Forest Skimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Austroaeschna parvistigma | Neurothemis fulvia |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | Body 5-6 cm; wingspan 7-8 cm | 30-40 mm body length |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia | South Asia (India, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Swamp Darner
A medium-sized brown and blue darner dragonfly found along shaded creeks in southeastern Australia. It has small stigmata on the wings, giving it its scientific name.
Did You Know?
Males patrol low along creeks in deep shade, a behavior unusual among dragonflies that typically prefer sun.
Fulvous Forest Skimmer
A beautiful dragonfly showing dramatic sexual dimorphism. Males have rich amber-orange wings with dark tips, while females have transparent wings with brown markings. It perches frequently on waterside vegetation.
Did You Know?
Males are intensely territorial and perform spectacular aerial dogfights to defend their perching and breeding territories.