Eastern Salmonfly vs Silvestri's Acerentomid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Eastern Salmonfly | Silvestri's Acerentomid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pteronarcys biloba | Acerentomon affine |
| Order | Plecoptera | Protura |
| Family | Pteronarcyidae | Acerentomidae |
| Size | 30-40 mm | 0.7-1.2 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Eastern Salmonfly
A large dark stonefly of Appalachian streams that emerges in late spring. Nymphs process leaf litter and are important detritivores.
Did You Know?
Nymphs retain functional gills throughout development, unlike many stoneflies that lose them with age.
Silvestri's Acerentomid
A minute proturan found across central European forest soils. It is among the earliest described proturan species.
Did You Know?
Proturans undergo a unique developmental process called anamorphosis where body segments are added after hatching.