South American Dobsonfly vs Hellgrammite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | South American Dobsonfly | Hellgrammite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chloronia hieroglyphica | Nigronia serricornis |
| Order | Megaloptera | Megaloptera |
| Family | Corydalidae | Corydalidae |
| Size | 60-90 mm wingspan | 40-60 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | South America | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
South American Dobsonfly
A large, distinctively patterned dobsonfly from South American mountain streams. Its wings bear intricate markings resembling hieroglyphic script.
Did You Know?
Its elaborately patterned wings inspired the species name hieroglyphica.
Hellgrammite
A dark-colored dobsonfly whose larvae, known as hellgrammites, are prized as fishing bait. Adults are smaller than Corydalus and have serrated antennae.
Did You Know?
Hellgrammite larvae are so effective as fishing bait that they are commercially collected and sold to anglers.