Northern Emerald Dragonfly vs Bladetail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Northern Emerald Dragonfly | Bladetail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Somatochlora arctica | Lindenia tetraphylla |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Corduliidae | Gomphidae |
| Size | 48-55 mm body length | 55-65 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Northern Europe, Asia | Europe, Asia, Africa |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Vulnerable |
Northern Emerald Dragonfly
A rare dragonfly of northern bogs and moorland pools. Has brilliant emerald-green eyes and a bronzy-green body. One of the most northerly-ranging dragonfly species.
Did You Know?
One of the few dragonfly species adapted to breed in acidic bog pools with very low nutrient levels.
Bladetail
A large gomphid dragonfly with leaf-shaped abdominal expansions at the tail.
Did You Know?
It has declined dramatically due to loss of large natural lakes in the Mediterranean.