Western Dobsonfly vs Indian Dobsonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Western Dobsonfly | Indian Dobsonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neohermes californicus | Nevromus testaceus |
| Order | Megaloptera | Megaloptera |
| Family | Corydalidae | Corydalidae |
| Size | 50-70 mm wingspan | 35-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Western North America | South Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Western Dobsonfly
A large dobsonfly of western North American streams, smaller than its eastern relative. Larvae are top predators under rocks in cool mountain streams.
Did You Know?
Unlike eastern dobsonflies, males of this species lack the enlarged mandibles.
Indian Dobsonfly
A medium-sized dobsonfly found in hill streams of the Indian subcontinent. Larvae live under rocks in well-oxygenated rapids.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few megalopteran species found in tropical South Asia.