Trachymyrmex Fungus-growing Ant vs Winter Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Trachymyrmex Fungus-growing Ant | Winter Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trachymyrmex septentrionalis | Taeniopteryx burksi |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Taeniopterygidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 8-14 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Eastern United States | North America |
| 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.
Winter Stonefly
A dark-colored stonefly that emerges during winter months when few other aquatic insects are active. Adults can be found walking on snow near streams.
Did You Know?
Winter stoneflies are among the very few insects that emerge as adults during the coldest months of the year.