Inocellia Snakefly vs Italian Snakefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Inocellia Snakefly | Italian Snakefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Inocellia crassicornis | Subilla confinis |
| Order | Raphidioptera | Raphidioptera |
| Family | Inocelliidae | Raphidiidae |
| Size | 10-15 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Southern Europe, Mediterranean region |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Inocellia Snakefly
A snakefly belonging to the family Inocelliidae, distinguished from Raphidiidae by the absence of ocelli. It is found in European woodlands where it hunts under bark.
Did You Know?
Inocelliid snakeflies lack the simple eyes (ocelli) found in other snakefly families, relying solely on compound eyes.
Italian Snakefly
A Mediterranean snakefly found in warm woodlands of southern Europe. It is associated with pine and oak forests where larvae develop under loose bark.
Did You Know?
Mediterranean snakeflies are adapted to warmer climates than most of their relatives and can tolerate drier conditions.