North American Spongillafly vs Arrowhead Spiketail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | North American Spongillafly | Arrowhead Spiketail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Climacia areolaris | Cordulegaster obliqua |
| Order | Neuroptera | Odonata |
| Family | Sisyridae | Cordulegastridae |
| Size | 6-10 mm wingspan | 70-80 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
North American Spongillafly
A small spongillafly found across eastern North America near fresh water. Its larvae feed on freshwater sponges attached to submerged rocks and logs.
Did You Know?
Larvae pupate on land inside double-walled cocoons after crawling out of the water.
Arrowhead Spiketail
A large spiketail dragonfly with arrowhead-shaped yellow markings along its dark abdomen. It is found along seepage-fed streams in eastern North American forests.
Did You Know?
Females can insert eggs directly into hard-packed stream gravel using their spike-like ovipositor.