Mountain Stonefly vs Heath Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mountain Stonefly | Heath Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Protonemura montana | Chorthippus vagans |
| Order | Plecoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Nemouridae | Acrididae |
| Size | 6-10 mm body length | 12-18mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Alps, British mountains | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Mountain Stonefly
A small brown stonefly common along mountain brooks and streams. Nymphs feed on fallen leaves in cold, well-oxygenated water.
Did You Know?
Its presence is an indicator of excellent water quality in mountain streams.
Heath Grasshopper
A small brown grasshopper confined to heathland. One of the rarest grasshoppers in Britain.
Did You Know?
Confined to a handful of heathland sites in Dorset and threatened by heathland loss and scrub encroachment.