Springfly vs Wandering Glider
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Springfly | Wandering Glider |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Isoperla signata | Pantala hymenaea |
| Order | Plecoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Perlodidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 9-13 mm | 46-52mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | North America, South America, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Springfly
A spring-emerging stonefly of fast-flowing European streams. Nymphs are active hunters that pursue prey among streambed gravels.
Did You Know?
Males locate females by producing species-specific vibrations that travel through the substrate.
Wandering Glider
A medium-sized dragonfly with broad hindwings and a yellowish body. It spends almost its entire life on the wing, rarely perching. It breeds in temporary rain pools.
Did You Know?
It can develop from egg to adult in as little as 38 days, one of the fastest development times of any dragonfly.