Prostoia Forestfly vs Lake Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Prostoia Forestfly | Lake Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Prostoia besametsa | Megaleuctra complicata |
| Order | Plecoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Nemouridae | Leuctridae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 8-14 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Mountains |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
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.
Lake Stonefly
A rare stonefly found in cold mountain lake outlets and spring-fed streams.
Did You Know?
Its restricted cold-water habitat makes it vulnerable to climate warming.