Sallfly vs Cascades Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sallfly | Cascades Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chloroperla tripunctata | Doroneuria theodora |
| Order | Plecoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Chloroperlidae | Perlidae |
| Size | 6-10 mm | 22-30 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sallfly
A small, bright green stonefly with three distinctive dark spots on its head. It is common in clean European upland streams during spring.
Did You Know?
The three dark dots on its head give this species its Latin name tripunctata, meaning three-spotted.
Cascades Stonefly
A large predatory stonefly endemic to Cascade Range streams. Nymphs inhabit cold boulder-strewn torrents at moderate elevations.
Did You Know?
Adults drum their abdomens on streamside surfaces to communicate with potential mates.