Chinese Dobsonfly vs Giant Dobsonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Chinese Dobsonfly | Giant Dobsonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neoneuromus ignobilis | Acanthacorydalis fruhstorferi |
| Order | Megaloptera | Megaloptera |
| Family | Corydalidae | Corydalidae |
| Size | 40-60 mm body | 60-90 mm body, 210 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Asia | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Chinese Dobsonfly
A large dark-colored dobsonfly found in streams across China and Southeast Asia. It is less well known than its North American relatives but equally impressive in size.
Did You Know?
In parts of China, dobsonfly larvae are collected from streams and used in traditional medicine as a remedy for various ailments.
Giant Dobsonfly
The largest aquatic insect in the world by wingspan, found in streams in Vietnam and China. Males have enormous mandibles resembling reindeer antlers.
Did You Know?
With a wingspan of 21 cm, this is the worlds largest aquatic insect — its bizarre mandibles resemble reindeer antlers and are used exclusively for grappling rival males.