Large Alpine Stonefly vs Green Silver-lines
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Large Alpine Stonefly | Green Silver-lines |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Perla grandis | Pseudoips prasinana |
| Order | Plecoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Perlidae | Nolidae |
| Size | 20-33 mm body length | 33-40 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Alps, Pyrenees | Europe, temperate Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Large Alpine Stonefly
One of the largest European stoneflies, found in clean mountain rivers. Its nymphs take several years to develop in cold water.
Did You Know?
Nymphs may take up to four years to complete development in cold alpine waters.
Green Silver-lines
A vivid bright-green moth with three diagonal white or silver lines across each forewing. It is one of the most beautiful small moths encountered at light traps.
Did You Know?
Unlike most green moths, its colour is relatively stable and does not fade quickly in museum collections.