Snow Fly vs Winter Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Snow Fly | Winter Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chionea araneoides | Taeniopteryx burksi |
| Order | Diptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Limoniidae | Taeniopterygidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 8-14 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Snow Fly
A wingless crane fly that walks on snow surfaces in winter to find mates.
Did You Know?
Its antifreeze proteins allow activity at temperatures well below freezing.
Winter Stonefly
A dark-colored stonefly that emerges during winter months when few other aquatic insects are active. Adults can be found walking on snow near streams.
Did You Know?
Winter stoneflies are among the very few insects that emerge as adults during the coldest months of the year.