Notched-mouth Ground Beetle vs Skimmer Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Notched-mouth Ground Beetle | Skimmer Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dicheirus dilatatus | Acroneuria abnormis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Perlidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | 20-30 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Southern Africa | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Notched-mouth Ground Beetle
A large southern African ground beetle with powerful mandibles and a robust body. It is a formidable predator found in savanna and bushveld regions.
Did You Know?
Its mandibles are strong enough to crack open the shells of large land snails.
Skimmer Stonefly
A large predatory stonefly widespread in eastern North American rivers. Adults skim across the water surface during egg-laying flights.
Did You Know?
Female skimmer stoneflies bounce across the water surface while releasing eggs, appearing to skip like a stone.