Waterlily Borer Moth vs Small Red Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Waterlily Borer Moth | Small Red Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Elophila gyralis | Ceriagrion tenellum |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Crambidae | Coenagrionidae |
| Size | 18-24 mm wingspan | 25-35mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Europe, Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Waterlily Borer Moth
A small pale brown moth with wavy dark lines across its wings. Its larvae are aquatic, living underwater in cases made from fragments of waterlily leaves.
Did You Know?
The larvae breathe underwater using modified gills and never surface until they are ready to pupate.
Small Red Damselfly
A delicate damselfly where males are almost entirely red, a rare color for damselflies. Females come in several color forms. It is a weak flier that stays close to waterside vegetation.
Did You Know?
It is one of the only genuinely red damselflies in Europe, with males displaying a vivid scarlet color.