Sallfly vs Chilean Giant Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sallfly | Chilean Giant Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chloroperla tripunctata | Diamphipnoa helicoides |
| Order | Plecoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Chloroperlidae | Diamphipnoidae |
| Size | 6-10 mm | 25-40 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Mountains |
| Diet | Predators | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe | South America (Chile) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
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.
Chilean Giant Stonefly
An ancient, large stonefly endemic to Chilean mountain streams. It belongs to a relict family with Gondwanan origins.
Did You Know?
Its family is considered a living fossil with only two known species, both restricted to Chile.