Rock Ant vs Hawaiian Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rock Ant | Hawaiian Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Temnothorax rugatulus | Megalagrion hawaiiense |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Formicidae | Coenagrionidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 35-45 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Western United States, Mexico | Hawaii |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Rock Ant
A tiny dark ant that nests in rock crevices at high elevations in western North America. Colonies contain about 200 workers and exhibit collective decision-making. Workers are dark brown with rugose sculpture on the body.
Did You Know?
Studies showed that about 40% of workers in a colony are consistently inactive, serving as a reserve labor force.
Hawaiian Damselfly
An endemic Hawaiian damselfly with red or orange coloring found near streams. It breeds in flowing water in native forest streams.
Did You Know?
Hawaii's damselflies evolved to breed in unusual habitats including tree holes and leaf axils.