Alder vs Amber-winged Spreadwing
Alnus acuminata compared with Lestes eurinus
Taxonomic Classification
| Rank | Alder | Amber-winged Spreadwing |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae (Plants) | Animalia (Animals) |
| Phylum | Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants) | Arthropoda (Arthropods) |
| Class | Magnoliopsida (Dicots) | Insecta (Insects) |
| Order | Fagales (Beeches & Oaks) | Odonata (Odonata) |
| Family | Betulaceae | Lestidae |
| Genus | Alnus | Lestes |
| Species | Alnus acuminata | Lestes eurinus |
Conservation Status
Alder
LC — Least ConcernAmber-winged Spreadwing
LC — Least ConcernPhysical Characteristics
| Attribute | Alder | Amber-winged Spreadwing |
|---|---|---|
| Diet | — | — |
| Average Lifespan | — | — |
| Average Length | — | — |
| Average Weight | — | — |
Habitat & Geographic Range
Alder
Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.
Found in Colombia.
Amber-winged Spreadwing
Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.
Found in United States.
Alder
The Alder (Alnus acuminata) is a species in the genus Alnus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.
Amber-winged Spreadwing
The Amber-winged Spreadwing (Lestes eurinus) is a species in the genus Lestes. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.
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