Golden-tabbed Robber Fly vs Western Stone
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Golden-tabbed Robber Fly | Western Stone |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Choerades marginatus | Doroneuria baumanni |
| Order | Diptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Asilidae | Perlidae |
| Size | 15-22mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Mountains |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Golden-tabbed Robber Fly
A large bristly brown robber fly with golden hair tufts that ambushes prey from sunny perches on logs.
Did You Know?
Sits motionless on sun-warmed logs waiting for insects to fly past, then launches with explosive speed to intercept.
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.