Eastern Pondhawk vs Ant-Mimicking Treehopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Eastern Pondhawk | Ant-Mimicking Treehopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Erythemis simplicicollis | Cyphonia clavata |
| Order | Odonata | Hemiptera |
| Family | Libellulidae | Membracidae |
| Size | 55-63 mm wingspan | 6-9 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America, Central America | Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Eastern Pondhawk
A robust skimmer dragonfly where mature males are powdery blue and females are vivid green. It is an aggressive predator that ambushes prey from low perches.
Did You Know?
Eastern pondhawks are fierce predators that regularly attack and eat other dragonflies, including species larger than themselves.
Ant-Mimicking Treehopper
A treehopper with a pronotal projection shaped like an ant sitting on its back. The ant mimic is thought to deter predators from attacking.
Did You Know?
The "ant" on its back is actually a hollow extension of its pronotum viewed from certain angles.