Large Spring Stonefly vs Spring Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Large Spring Stonefly | Spring Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dinocras cephalotes | Amphinemura sulcicollis |
| Order | Plecoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Perlidae | Nemouridae |
| Size | 20-35 mm | 6-9 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Large Spring Stonefly
One of the largest European stoneflies with a distinctively broad, flattened head. Nymphs are apex invertebrate predators in upland streams.
Did You Know?
Despite their large wings, adults are poor fliers and prefer to run along streamside rocks.
Spring Stonefly
A small dark stonefly that emerges in early spring in European streams. Nymphs are shredders of decomposing leaf litter in headwaters.
Did You Know?
Adults are among the first insects to appear each spring, sometimes emerging while snow still covers the banks.