Turanian Snakefly vs Western Snakefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Turanian Snakefly | Western Snakefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Turcoraphidia amara | Agulla adnixa |
| Order | Raphidioptera | Raphidioptera |
| Family | Raphidiidae | Raphidiidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Central Asia, Turkey, Iran | Western North America |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Turanian Snakefly
A snakefly native to Central Asia and the Middle East, inhabiting arid mountainous woodlands. It is one of the few raphidiopterans adapted to semi-arid environments.
Did You Know?
Turanian snakeflies thrive in some of the driest habitats occupied by any raphidiopteran species.
Western Snakefly
A North American snakefly found in western forests and woodlands. Larvae develop under bark of conifers where they hunt bark beetle larvae.
Did You Know?
Western snakeflies require a cold winter period to complete development, which is why they are absent from tropical regions.