Three-veined Dragonfly vs Giant Western Crane Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Three-veined Dragonfly | Giant Western Crane Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neodythemis trinervulata | Holorusia hespera |
| Order | Odonata | Diptera |
| Family | Libellulidae | Tipulidae |
| Size | 35-45 mm | 35-45 mm body length |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Madagascar | Western North America |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Three-veined Dragonfly
A small forest dragonfly with a characteristic three-veined wing pattern that distinguishes it from related species. Males are dark with blue reflections.
Did You Know?
It is one of several Neodythemis species that are extremely difficult to find due to their preference for deep shade within intact forest.
Giant Western Crane Fly
North America's largest crane fly with a wingspan approaching 80 mm. It inhabits mossy stream banks in western mountain forests.
Did You Know?
It is the largest fly in North America and one of the largest true flies in the world.