Six-spot Burnet vs Golden Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Six-spot Burnet | Golden Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zygaena filipendulae | Calineuria californica |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Zygaenidae | Perlidae |
| Size | 30-40 mm wingspan | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, western Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Six-spot Burnet
A day-flying moth with metallic blue-black forewings bearing six crimson spots. Its bright colours warn predators of its cyanide-based chemical defences.
Did You Know?
Both the larvae and adults contain hydrogen cyanide, making them highly toxic to predators.
Golden Stonefly
A large predatory stonefly with a golden-brown body found in western North American rivers. Its nymphs are active hunters on the streambed.
Did You Know?
Golden stonefly nymphs are apex predators of the streambed, hunting mayfly and caddisfly larvae among the cobbles.