Tasmanian Giant Stonefly vs Hooked Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tasmanian Giant Stonefly | Hooked Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eusthenia spectabilis | Agnetina capitata |
| Order | Plecoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Eustheniidae | Perlidae |
| Size | 30-50 mm | 20-30 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Australia (Tasmania) | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Tasmanian Giant Stonefly
A spectacular large stonefly endemic to Tasmanian mountain streams with bold orange and black markings. Nymphs are among the largest aquatic insect larvae in Australia.
Did You Know?
It belongs to an ancient Gondwanan family found only in Australia and South America.
Hooked Stonefly
A large, patterned stonefly of eastern North American rivers with distinctive hooked anal gills. Nymphs are active nocturnal predators under cobbles.
Did You Know?
Its nymphs are nocturnal, hiding under rocks by day and actively hunting at night.