Sallow Kitten vs Yellow Sally Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sallow Kitten | Yellow Sally Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Furcula furcula | Isoperla grammatica |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Notodontidae | Perlodidae |
| Size | 30-37 mm wingspan | 8-14 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sallow Kitten
A small, fluffy white moth with delicate grey markings. Named for its resemblance to a small cat. Larvae have tail filaments like the puss moth. Found near willow and sallow.
Did You Know?
A diminutive relative of the puss moth, whose caterpillars share the same tail-whipping defensive behavior.
Yellow Sally Stonefly
A common European stonefly with a distinctive yellow body, emerging in late spring on clean rivers. It is a well-known species among European fly anglers.
Did You Know?
Yellow sally stoneflies drum their abdomens on surfaces to produce vibrations that attract mates, a behavior unique to stoneflies.