Forestfly vs Western Stone
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Forestfly | Western Stone |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nemoura cambrica | Doroneuria baumanni |
| Order | Plecoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Nemouridae | Perlidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Mountains |
| Diet | Detritivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Forestfly
A small brown stonefly associated with forested Welsh and British streams. Nymphs have distinctive cervical gills and feed on leaf detritus.
Did You Know?
The species was first described from specimens collected in Wales, giving it the name cambrica.
Western Stone
A large predatory stonefly of Pacific Northwest mountain streams. Nymphs have distinctive patterned heads and powerful mandibles.
Did You Know?
Nymphs take up to three years to complete development in cold mountain streams.