Graceful Winter Stonefly vs Long-legged Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Graceful Winter Stonefly | Long-legged Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Capnia gracilaria | Dolichopus ungulatus |
| Order | Plecoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Capniidae | Dolichopodidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Graceful Winter Stonefly
A minute stonefly of cold North American headwater streams emerging in winter. Females are often short-winged or wingless.
Did You Know?
Females sacrifice flight ability for greater egg production by reducing or eliminating their wings.
Long-legged Fly
A small, slender fly with a brilliant metallic green body and long, thin legs. Males have modified leg structures used in elaborate courtship displays performed on leaves.
Did You Know?
Male long-legged flies perform an elaborate wing-waving courtship dance on sunlit leaves, displaying silvery wing patches to watching females like tiny semaphore signals.