Yellow-striped Flutterer vs Azure Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Yellow-striped Flutterer | Azure Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rhyothemis phyllis | Coenagrion puella |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Libellulidae | Coenagrionidae |
| Size | 28-35mm | 33-36 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Asia, Oceania | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Did You Know?
It often feeds in large gregarious groups, with dozens fluttering together over marshland like colorful butterflies.
Azure Damselfly
A delicate bright blue and black damselfly and one of the most abundant damselfly species in Europe. Males display a U-shaped mark on the second abdominal segment.
Did You Know?
Mating pairs fly in tandem with the male gripping the female behind the head, forming a distinctive heart-shaped wheel during copulation.