Flame Skimmer vs Two-spotted Stink Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Flame Skimmer | Two-spotted Stink Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Libellula saturata | Perillus bioculatus |
| Order | Odonata | Hemiptera |
| Family | Libellulidae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 65-72 mm wingspan | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Flame Skimmer
A brilliantly red-orange dragonfly found in the southwestern United States and Mexico. Males are unmistakable with their entirely flame-colored body and wings.
Did You Know?
Flame skimmers are frequently attracted to swimming pools and hot tubs, which they mistake for warm natural springs ideal for breeding.
Two-spotted Stink Bug
A colorful predatory stink bug with bold red or orange and black markings. It is particularly valued for its appetite for Colorado potato beetle larvae. The color pattern is variable but always includes two dark spots on the pronotum.
Did You Know?
It can consume up to 100 Colorado potato beetle eggs per day, making it one of the most effective natural predators of this major crop pest.