Snowborn Stonefly vs Little Tan Short-Horn Sedge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Snowborn Stonefly | Little Tan Short-Horn Sedge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Capnia atra | Glossosoma nigrior |
| Order | Plecoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Capniidae | Glossosomatidae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Eastern North America |
| 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.
Little Tan Short-Horn Sedge
A small, abundant caddisfly of eastern North American streams. Larvae build tortoise-shell-shaped cases of fine gravel and are important grazers.
Did You Know?
Grazing by dense populations can visibly reduce algal cover on stream rocks.