Blue Mud Dauber vs River Clubtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue Mud Dauber | River Clubtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chalybion californicum | Stylurus flavipes |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Sphecidae | Gomphidae |
| Size | 10-23 mm | 50-55mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Blue Mud Dauber
A metallic blue wasp that preys on black widow spiders. It reuses mud nests built by other dauber species rather than constructing its own.
Did You Know?
It specifically targets black widow spiders to provision its nest.
River Clubtail
A large clubtail dragonfly with yellow and black markings and a distinctly expanded abdomen tip. It breeds in large lowland rivers with sandy beds. Adults spend much time hanging in tree canopies.
Did You Know?
Adults spend most of their time high in riverside trees, only descending to water to breed, making them hard to observe.