Large Alpine Stonefly vs Southern Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Large Alpine Stonefly | Southern Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Perla grandis | Aphanicerca capensis |
| Order | Plecoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Perlidae | Notonemouridae |
| Size | 20-33 mm body length | 6-10 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Mountains |
| Diet | Omnivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe, Alps, Pyrenees | Southern Africa |
| 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.
Southern Stonefly
A small brown stonefly endemic to mountain streams of the Western Cape, South Africa. It belongs to a Southern Hemisphere family with Gondwanan origins.
Did You Know?
Its family Notonemouridae is found only in the Southern Hemisphere, a legacy of the breakup of Gondwana.