Large Red Damselfly vs Pitted Ambrosia Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Large Red Damselfly | Pitted Ambrosia Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pyrrhosoma nymphula | Cnesinus strigicollis |
| Order | Odonata | Coleoptera |
| Family | Coenagrionidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 33-36 mm wingspan | 2-3mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Gardens |
| Diet | Predators | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | North America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Large Red Damselfly
One of the first damselflies to emerge each spring in Europe, with a distinctive bright red body and black legs. It is commonly found at garden ponds.
Did You Know?
Large red damselflies are among the earliest odonates to emerge in spring, often appearing as early as April when few other species are flying.
Pitted Ambrosia Beetle
A tiny dark brown bark beetle that cultivates fungal gardens inside its tunnels. It introduces ambrosia fungi into the wood which it and its larvae eat.
Did You Know?
It is one of many beetle species that practice true agriculture cultivating fungal crops inside tree tunnels for food.