San Francisco Forktail Damselfly vs European Amazon Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | San Francisco Forktail Damselfly | European Amazon Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ischnura gemina | Polyergus rufescens |
| Order | Odonata | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Coenagrionidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 2.5-3 cm | 6-7 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Meadows |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | United States | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Endangered | Not Evaluated |
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.
European Amazon Ant
An obligate slave-making ant that raids colonies of Formica ants to steal pupae. The kidnapped workers then perform all domestic duties for the Polyergus colony.
Did You Know?
Their sickle-shaped mandibles are so specialized for fighting that they cannot feed themselves or care for their own brood.