Yellow-striped Flutterer vs River Clubtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Yellow-striped Flutterer | River Clubtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rhyothemis phyllis | Stylurus flavipes |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Libellulidae | Gomphidae |
| Size | 28-35mm | 50-55mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Asia, Oceania | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
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.
River Clubtail
A large clubtail dragonfly with yellow and black markings and a distinctly expanded abdomen tip. It breeds in large lowland rivers with sandy beds. Adults spend much time hanging in tree canopies.
Did You Know?
Adults spend most of their time high in riverside trees, only descending to water to breed, making them hard to observe.