Western Snakefly vs Iberian Snakefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Western Snakefly | Iberian Snakefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agulla adnixa | Harraphidia laufferi |
| Order | Raphidioptera | Raphidioptera |
| Family | Raphidiidae | Raphidiidae |
| Size | 12-16 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Western North America | Spain, Portugal |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
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.
Iberian Snakefly
A snakefly endemic to the Iberian Peninsula, found in cork oak and pine woodlands. It is one of several snakefly species restricted to the western Mediterranean.
Did You Know?
The Iberian Peninsula is a hotspot for snakefly diversity, hosting more species per area than almost anywhere else.