Long-Palped Crane Fly vs Winter Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-Palped Crane Fly | Winter Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dicranota bimaculata | Taeniopteryx burksi |
| Order | Diptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Pediciidae | Taeniopterygidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 8-14 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Long-Palped Crane Fly
A short-bodied crane fly whose predatory larvae inhabit gravel beds of clean streams. Larvae are active hunters among cobble interstices.
Did You Know?
Unlike most crane fly larvae, this species is an active predator rather than a detritivore.
Winter Stonefly
A dark-colored stonefly that emerges during winter months when few other aquatic insects are active. Adults can be found walking on snow near streams.
Did You Know?
Winter stoneflies are among the very few insects that emerge as adults during the coldest months of the year.