Snowborn Stonefly vs River Jewelwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Snowborn Stonefly | River Jewelwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Capnia atra | Calopteryx aequabilis |
| Order | Plecoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Capniidae | Calopterygidae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 42-54 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | 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.
River Jewelwing
A North American damselfly with narrow dark wing tips in males and a metallic green body. It prefers faster-flowing rivers than the Ebony Jewelwing.
Did You Know?
Males have dark tips on otherwise clear wings, the reverse pattern of most other jewelwings.