Eastern Salmonfly vs Yellow Stonefly

Side-by-side species comparison

Attribute Eastern Salmonfly Yellow Stonefly
Scientific Name Pteronarcys biloba Isoperla dicala
Order Plecoptera Plecoptera
Family Pteronarcyidae Perlodidae
Size 30-40 mm 9-13 mm
Habitat Rivers & Streams Rivers & Streams
Diet Detritivores Predators
Regions North America North America
Conservation Least Concern Least Concern

Eastern Salmonfly

A large dark stonefly of Appalachian streams that emerges in late spring. Nymphs process leaf litter and are important detritivores.

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Did You Know?

Nymphs retain functional gills throughout development, unlike many stoneflies that lose them with age.

Yellow Stonefly

A bright yellow springfly found in clean Appalachian streams. Nymphs are predatory on small invertebrates in gravel substrates.

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Did You Know?

Males produce vibrational signals by rubbing their abdomen against the substrate, audible through special sensors.