Comparison between Protosticta beaumonti and Agriomorpha fusca

"Protosticta beaumonti" and "Agriomorpha fusca" are two different species of damselflies with similar appearance. Here's a comparison of their physical characteristics:

PLS refer to the photos at the links below.

Protosticta beaumonti
https://www.hkdragonfly.com/copy-of-91
https://www.inaturalist.org/taxa/110716-Protosticta-beaumonti/browse_photos

Agriomorpha fusca
https://www.hkdragonfly.com/copy-of-86
https://www.inaturalist.org/taxa/93565-Agriomorpha-fusca/browse_photos

Size: A. fusca is larger than P. beaumonti
Protosticta beaumonti is a relatively small damselfly species. Adult males typically have a total length ranging from 25 to 30 millimeters, while females can measure around 30 to 35 millimeters.
Agriomorpha fusca is larger, with males reaching about 35 to 40 millimeters in length and females measuring around 40 to 45 millimeters.

Coloration: P. beaumonti looks darker than A. fusca
Protosticta beaumonti males have a predominantly black or dark brown body. They may have pale yellow or cream-colored markings on their thorax and abdomen. Females of Protosticta beaumonti exhibit similar coloration but may have more prominent yellow or cream markings on their abdomen.
Agriomorpha fusca males have a primarily brown body coloration, ranging from light to dark brown, sometimes with hints of green. The thorax and abdomen may have darker brown or black markings. Their wings are usually transparent with a light brown or yellowish tint. Females of Agriomorpha fusca have a similar color pattern but with less distinct markings.

Wing Shape: P. beaumonti, pointed tips; A. fusca, slightly rounded.
Protosticta beaumonti damselflies have relatively narrow and elongated wings with pointed tips.
Agriomorpha fusca damselflies have broader wings with a slightly rounded appearance.

Last edit: 10:30am, Jun 9, 2023

Publicado el junio 8, 2023 02:56 MAÑANA por aru