Aquatic Crane Fly vs Desert Firetail Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Aquatic Crane Fly | Desert Firetail Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Antocha saxicola | Telebasis salva |
| Order | Diptera | Odonata |
| Family | Limoniidae | Coenagrionidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 25-32 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Aquatic Crane Fly
A small crane fly whose larvae build silken cases on submerged rocks in fast-flowing streams. Larvae are true aquatic inhabitants rather than semi-terrestrial.
Did You Know?
Larvae are among the few crane flies that are fully aquatic throughout development, never leaving the water.
Desert Firetail Damselfly
A bright red damselfly found at ponds and streams in the arid American Southwest. Males are vivid crimson while females are duller brown.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most heat-tolerant damselflies, actively flying in temperatures over 40 degrees Celsius.