San Francisco Forktail Damselfly vs Banded Pennant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | San Francisco Forktail Damselfly | Banded Pennant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ischnura gemina | Celithemis fasciata |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Coenagrionidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 2.5-3 cm | 35-40mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | United States | North America |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
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.
Banded Pennant
A medium-sized dragonfly with bold dark bands across all four wings. Its body is dark with reddish markings. It perches prominently on the tips of twigs near water.
Did You Know?
It perches at the very tips of twigs, looking like a tiny flag waving in the wind.