Short-Tailed Stonefly vs Scarce Chaser
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Short-Tailed Stonefly | Scarce Chaser |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Brachyptera risi | Libellula fulva |
| Order | Plecoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Taeniopterygidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 8-14 mm | 55-60 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Short-Tailed Stonefly
A medium-sized early-emerging stonefly with notably short cerci. It hatches in late winter and early spring across European rivers.
Did You Know?
It is one of the first insects to emerge each year, often appearing while rivers still have ice margins.
Scarce Chaser
A medium-sized dragonfly where mature males develop a powdery blue abdomen. It is associated with clean, slow-flowing rivers with abundant marginal vegetation.
Did You Know?
Despite its name, the scarce chaser has become increasingly common in parts of Europe as water quality in rivers has improved.