Yellow-winged Darter vs Blue-eyed Darner
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Yellow-winged Darter | Blue-eyed Darner |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sympetrum flaveolum | Rhionaeschna multicolor |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Libellulidae | Aeshnidae |
| Size | 32-37 mm | 60-70mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Yellow-winged Darter
A medium-sized darter with extensive saffron-yellow patches at the base of all four wings. Males are red-bodied while females are yellowish.
Did You Know?
It breeds in temporary flood meadows and is a strong migrant that appears in large numbers in good years.
Blue-eyed Darner
A large darner dragonfly with striking bright blue eyes and blue spots on a brown body. It is one of the most common large dragonflies in western North America. It hunts in prolonged patrol flights.
Did You Know?
Its brilliant blue eyes are among the most vivid in the insect world and can be seen from several meters away.