Northern Emerald Dragonfly vs Halloween Pennant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Northern Emerald Dragonfly | Halloween Pennant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Somatochlora arctica | Celithemis eponina |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Corduliidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 48-55 mm body length | 55-62 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Northern Europe, Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
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.
Halloween Pennant
A distinctive dragonfly with boldly patterned orange and brown bands across its wings. It perches at the tips of vegetation and sways in the breeze like a flag.
Did You Know?
Halloween pennants are the only dragonflies in North America that regularly perch on the tips of flexible stems, swaying like small pennants in the wind.