Colorful Ichneumon vs Small Red Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Colorful Ichneumon | Small Red Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ichneumon sarcitorius | Ceriagrion tenellum |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Ichneumonidae | Coenagrionidae |
| Size | 12-16 mm | 25-35mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Colorful Ichneumon
A medium-sized ichneumon with a black body, yellow scutellum, and orange-tipped abdomen. It is one of the most commonly recorded ichneumons in Europe.
Did You Know?
Males are frequently seen on umbellifer flowers in late summer, making them one of the easiest ichneumons to observe.
Small Red Damselfly
A delicate damselfly where males are almost entirely red, a rare color for damselflies. Females come in several color forms. It is a weak flier that stays close to waterside vegetation.
Did You Know?
It is one of the only genuinely red damselflies in Europe, with males displaying a vivid scarlet color.