Wandering Glider vs Splendid Clubtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Wandering Glider | Splendid Clubtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pantala hymenaea | Gomphidia abbotti |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Libellulidae | Gomphidae |
| Size | 46-52mm | 60-72 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America, South America, Asia | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Wandering Glider
A medium-sized dragonfly with broad hindwings and a yellowish body. It spends almost its entire life on the wing, rarely perching. It breeds in temporary rain pools.
Did You Know?
It can develop from egg to adult in as little as 38 days, one of the fastest development times of any dragonfly.
Splendid Clubtail
A large, impressive Asian clubtail with bold yellow and black markings. It inhabits forested rivers in Southeast Asia and is a powerful flier.
Did You Know?
At over 70 mm long, it is one of the largest gomphid dragonflies in Southeast Asia.