Spined Sweat Bee vs San Francisco Forktail Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spined Sweat Bee | San Francisco Forktail Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agapostemon splendens | Ischnura gemina |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Halictidae | Coenagrionidae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 2.5-3 cm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Eastern North America | United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Spined Sweat Bee
A brilliantly iridescent green sweat bee with bluish reflections found in the eastern United States. Both sexes are entirely metallic green, unlike many other Agapostemon species.
Did You Know?
It strongly prefers nesting in moist or damp soil near water, unlike most other sweat bees that prefer drier substrates.
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.