Southern Hawker vs San Francisco Forktail Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Southern Hawker | San Francisco Forktail Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aeshna cyanea | Ischnura gemina |
| Order | Odonata | Odonata |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Coenagrionidae |
| Size | 70-76 mm wingspan | 2.5-3 cm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Southern Hawker
A large, inquisitive dragonfly with apple-green and blue markings on a dark body. It is known for its curiosity and often approaches and hovers near humans.
Did You Know?
Southern hawkers are among the most curious dragonflies and will frequently investigate humans, hovering at eye level as if studying them.
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.