Australian Dobsonfly vs South African Alderfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Australian Dobsonfly | South African Alderfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Archichauliodes diversus | Leptosialis africana |
| Order | Megaloptera | Megaloptera |
| Family | Corydalidae | Sialidae |
| Size | 50-75 mm wingspan | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Mountains |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Australia, New Zealand | Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Australian Dobsonfly
A large, dark dobsonfly found in clean streams across southeastern Australia. Larvae are important predators in cool forest streams.
Did You Know?
It is found on both sides of the Tasman Sea, occurring in both Australia and New Zealand.
South African Alderfly
One of the few alderfly species found in the Southern Hemisphere, occurring in clean mountain streams of South Africa. Adults are small with dark wings.
Did You Know?
Southern Hemisphere alderflies are so rare and poorly studied that basic aspects of their biology remain unknown to science.