Red-veined Darter vs Snapping Amblyopone
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red-veined Darter | Snapping Amblyopone |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sympetrum fonscolombii | Stigmatomma oregonense |
| Order | Odonata | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Libellulidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 33-40mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Africa, Asia | Western North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Red-veined Darter
A striking darter dragonfly with red veins on the leading edge of the wings and a vivid blue underside to the eyes. Males are bright red while females are yellowish. It is a strong migrant.
Did You Know?
It breeds in temporary pools and can complete its larval development in as little as two months.
Snapping Amblyopone
A pale, blind subterranean ant of western North American forests that hunts centipedes and other soil arthropods. Like other dracula ants, it feeds on the hemolymph of its larvae.
Did You Know?
They are specialist predators of centipedes, which they paralyze with their sting before feeding them to larvae.