Prostoia Forestfly vs Giant Salmonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Prostoia Forestfly | Giant Salmonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Prostoia besametsa | Pteronarcys princeps |
| Order | Plecoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Nemouridae | Pteronarcyidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 35-50 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Mountains |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Prostoia Forestfly
A small spring stonefly of eastern North American woodland streams. Nymphs are detritivores among leaf packs in gentle currents.
Did You Know?
The genus name Prostoia was coined to distinguish these North American species from the European Protonemura.
Giant Salmonfly
A massive stonefly of western mountain rivers with a three-year nymphal life cycle. Nymphs feed on decomposing leaf material in cold streams.
Did You Know?
Adults are among the largest flying insects in North America and can barely sustain flight due to their weight.