Needlefly vs Green Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Needlefly | Green Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Leuctra inermis | Alloperla caudata |
| Order | Plecoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Leuctridae | Chloroperlidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Mountains |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Needlefly
A slender stonefly that rolls its wings tightly around its body at rest, resembling a needle. Nymphs shred leaf litter in small streams.
Did You Know?
The tightly rolled wings make the adult appear to have no wings at all when viewed from above.
Green Stonefly
A small bright green stonefly found along clean mountain streams in North America. Despite its small size, it is an important indicator of excellent water quality.
Did You Know?
The presence of green stoneflies in a stream is considered strong evidence of pristine water quality by aquatic biologists.