Three-veined Dragonfly vs Yellow-striped Flutterer

Side-by-side species comparison

Attribute Three-veined Dragonfly Yellow-striped Flutterer
Scientific Name Neodythemis trinervulata Rhyothemis phyllis
Order Odonata Odonata
Family Libellulidae Libellulidae
Size 35-45 mm 28-35mm
Habitat Forests Wetlands
Diet Omnivores Predators
Regions Madagascar Asia, Oceania
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.

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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.

Yellow-striped Flutterer

A small dragonfly with bold yellow and black stripes on its wings. It flies in a distinctive fluttering manner, resembling a butterfly. Often seen in groups over pools and marshes.

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Did You Know?

It often feeds in large gregarious groups, with dozens fluttering together over marshland like colorful butterflies.