Tiny Winter Black Stonefly vs Western Stone
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tiny Winter Black Stonefly | Western Stone |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Capnia nigra | Doroneuria baumanni |
| Order | Plecoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Capniidae | Perlidae |
| Size | 4-8 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Mountains |
| Diet | Detritivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Tiny Winter Black Stonefly
A tiny black stonefly that emerges in late winter across European streams. It is among the earliest insects to appear each year.
Did You Know?
Females are often wingless or short-winged, relying on walking rather than flight to find mates.
Western Stone
A large predatory stonefly of Pacific Northwest mountain streams. Nymphs have distinctive patterned heads and powerful mandibles.
Did You Know?
Nymphs take up to three years to complete development in cold mountain streams.