Western Snakefly vs Italian Snakefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Western Snakefly | Italian Snakefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agulla adnixa | Subilla confinis |
| Order | Raphidioptera | Raphidioptera |
| Family | Raphidiidae | Raphidiidae |
| Size | 12-16 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Western North America | Southern Europe, Mediterranean region |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Italian Snakefly
A Mediterranean snakefly found in warm woodlands of southern Europe. It is associated with pine and oak forests where larvae develop under loose bark.
Did You Know?
Mediterranean snakeflies are adapted to warmer climates than most of their relatives and can tolerate drier conditions.