Trachymyrmex Fungus-growing Ant vs Small Brown Forestfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Trachymyrmex Fungus-growing Ant | Small Brown Forestfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trachymyrmex septentrionalis | Nemoura avicularis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Nemouridae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Woodlands |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Eastern United States | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Trachymyrmex Fungus-growing Ant
A small fungus-growing ant of eastern North America related to leafcutters. It collects dead plant material, caterpillar frass, and insect parts to feed its fungus garden.
Did You Know?
It is the northernmost fungus-growing ant species, found as far north as Long Island, New York.
Small Brown Forestfly
A small brown stonefly of European woodland streams that emerges in spring. Nymphs are detritivores feeding on submerged leaf litter.
Did You Know?
Adults fold their wings flat over the body like a fan, unlike most stoneflies that fold wings along the sides.