Southern Stonefly vs Large Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Southern Stonefly | Large Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aphanicerca capensis | Perla bipunctata |
| Order | Plecoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Notonemouridae | Perlidae |
| Size | 6-10 mm | 20-30 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Predators |
| Regions | Southern Africa | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Southern Stonefly
A small brown stonefly endemic to mountain streams of the Western Cape, South Africa. It belongs to a Southern Hemisphere family with Gondwanan origins.
Did You Know?
Its family Notonemouridae is found only in the Southern Hemisphere, a legacy of the breakup of Gondwana.
Large Stonefly
One of the largest European stoneflies with a distinctive pair of pale spots on its head. Its predatory nymphs live among stones in fast-flowing rivers.
Did You Know?
Large stonefly nymphs require three years to complete development, making them particularly vulnerable to long-term changes in water quality.