Northern Emerald Dragonfly vs Wandering Glider
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Northern Emerald Dragonfly | Wandering Glider |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Somatochlora arctica | Pantala hymenaea |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Corduliidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 48-55 mm body length | 46-52mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Northern Europe, Asia | North America, South America, Asia |
| 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.
Wandering Glider
A medium-sized dragonfly with broad hindwings and a yellowish body. It spends almost its entire life on the wing, rarely perching. It breeds in temporary rain pools.
Did You Know?
It can develop from egg to adult in as little as 38 days, one of the fastest development times of any dragonfly.