Golden Stonefly vs Small Brown Forestfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Golden Stonefly | Small Brown Forestfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calineuria californica | Nemoura avicularis |
| Order | Plecoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Perlidae | Nemouridae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Detritivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Golden Stonefly
A large predatory stonefly with a golden-brown body found in western North American rivers. Its nymphs are active hunters on the streambed.
Did You Know?
Golden stonefly nymphs are apex predators of the streambed, hunting mayfly and caddisfly larvae among the cobbles.
Small Brown Forestfly
A small brown stonefly of European woodland streams that emerges in spring. Nymphs are detritivores feeding on submerged leaf litter.
Did You Know?
Adults fold their wings flat over the body like a fan, unlike most stoneflies that fold wings along the sides.