New Zealand Giant Centipede vs Speckled Peter Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | New Zealand Giant Centipede | Speckled Peter Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cormocephalus rubriceps | Paragnetina media |
| Order | Scolopendromorpha | Plecoptera |
| Family | Scolopendridae | Perlidae |
| Size | 100-160 mm | 15-22 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Oceania (New Zealand) | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
New Zealand Giant Centipede
New Zealand's largest centipede, reaching up to 160 mm in length. While not an insect, it is a prominent invertebrate predator found under logs and rocks. It delivers a painful venomous bite and preys on large invertebrates including weta.
Did You Know?
This centipede has been observed catching and eating gecko lizards and large weta that are nearly as big as itself.
Speckled Peter Stonefly
A medium-sized patterned stonefly of eastern streams with distinctive speckled wing markings. Nymphs are voracious predators among cobbles.
Did You Know?
Nymphs have been observed actively stalking prey rather than simply ambushing passing invertebrates.