Orange-spotted Emerald vs San Francisco Forktail Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Orange-spotted Emerald | San Francisco Forktail Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oxygastra curtisii | Ischnura gemina |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Corduliidae | Coenagrionidae |
| Size | 48-54 mm | 2.5-3 cm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Africa | United States |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Endangered |
Orange-spotted Emerald
A rare metallic green dragonfly with golden spots along its abdomen.
Did You Know?
It patrols in dappled sunlight along tree-lined river corridors.
San Francisco Forktail Damselfly
A tiny damselfly restricted to a few freshwater ponds near the San Francisco Bay coast. It is threatened by urban encroachment and invasive plants.
Did You Know?
This species is nearly identical to the common Pacific forktail and can only be distinguished by close examination.