South American Fire Ant vs Demoiselle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | South American Fire Ant | Demoiselle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Solenopsis saevissima | Calopteryx haemorrhoidalis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Formicidae | Calopterygidae |
| Size | 2-6 mm | 45-48 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay | Europe, Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
South American Fire Ant
An aggressive reddish-brown fire ant native to South America with a painful venomous sting. Colonies form conspicuous mound nests in open areas.
Did You Know?
During floods, entire colonies link together into living rafts that float for weeks until finding dry ground.
Demoiselle
A Mediterranean damselfly with deeply pigmented wings and metallic body coloration.
Did You Know?
Males defend stream territories and perform dramatic wing-clapping courtship flights.