Snowborn Stonefly vs Hop-Garden Earwig
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Snowborn Stonefly | Hop-Garden Earwig |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Capnia atra | Forficula lesnei |
| Order | Plecoptera | Dermaptera |
| Family | Capniidae | Forficulidae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 9-13 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Gardens |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Snowborn Stonefly
A tiny black stonefly that emerges during the coldest months in northern North America. Adults are frequently observed walking on snow.
Did You Know?
It is active at temperatures near freezing, when virtually all other insects are dormant.
Hop-Garden Earwig
A small earwig closely related to the European earwig but distinguished by its shorter wing cases. It is found in southern European gardens and orchards.
Did You Know?
This species was long confused with the European earwig and was only recognized as distinct in the early twentieth century.