Hagen's Dustywing vs Tasmanian Giant Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hagen's Dustywing | Tasmanian Giant Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coniopteryx hageniana | Eusthenia spectabilis |
| Order | Neuroptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Coniopterygidae | Eustheniidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm wingspan | 30-50 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Mountains |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Australia (Tasmania) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Hagen's Dustywing
A minute dustywing found across Europe and known for its effectiveness against orchard mites. Easily overlooked due to its tiny size.
Did You Know?
Despite being barely visible to the naked eye, it can consume dozens of mites per day.
Tasmanian Giant Stonefly
A spectacular large stonefly endemic to Tasmanian mountain streams with bold orange and black markings. Nymphs are among the largest aquatic insect larvae in Australia.
Did You Know?
It belongs to an ancient Gondwanan family found only in Australia and South America.