European Amazon Ant vs Scarlet Percher
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | European Amazon Ant | Scarlet Percher |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Polyergus rufescens | Diplacodes haematodes |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Formicidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 6-7 mm | Body 3-4 cm; wingspan 5-6 cm |
| Habitat | Meadows | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Australia, Southeast Asia, Pacific Islands |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
European Amazon Ant
An obligate slave-making ant that raids colonies of Formica ants to steal pupae. The kidnapped workers then perform all domestic duties for the Polyergus colony.
Did You Know?
Their sickle-shaped mandibles are so specialized for fighting that they cannot feed themselves or care for their own brood.
Scarlet Percher
A brilliant scarlet-red dragonfly found across northern and inland Australia. Males are among the most vividly colored dragonflies on the continent.
Did You Know?
It is a nomadic species that rapidly colonizes temporary pools formed after heavy rain in arid regions.