Yellow Sally vs Congo Basin Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Yellow Sally | Congo Basin Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Isoperla fulva | Palpopleura lucia |
| Order | Plecoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Perlodidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 25-35 mm body length |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Wetlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | West and Central Africa (Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon, DRC, Senegal, Ivory Coast) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Yellow Sally
A bright yellow stonefly common in European upland streams. Nymphs are omnivorous, feeding on both algae and small invertebrates.
Did You Know?
The vivid yellow color serves no known warning function and fades quickly in preserved specimens.
Congo Basin Dragonfly
A small but strikingly colored dragonfly with a broad, flattened abdomen. Males are bright blue with black wing markings while females are yellow and brown. It is one of the most abundant dragonflies in West African wetlands.
Did You Know?
Males are highly territorial and will chase away any other dragonfly that enters their small waterside territory.