Sallfly vs Old Lady Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sallfly | Old Lady Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chloroperla tripunctata | Mormo maura |
| Order | Plecoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Chloroperlidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 6-10 mm | 60-75 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, western Asia |
| 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.
Old Lady Moth
A large, sombre dark-brown moth whose wing pattern was thought to resemble a shawl worn by elderly women. It hides in dark places by day, including outbuildings and cellars.
Did You Know?
It is frequently found roosting in garden sheds and churches during the daytime in summer.