Winter Stonefly vs Needlefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Winter Stonefly | Needlefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Taeniopteryx burksi | Leuctra inermis |
| Order | Plecoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Taeniopterygidae | Leuctridae |
| Size | 8-14 mm | 6-9 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Needlefly
A slender stonefly that rolls its wings tightly around its body at rest, resembling a needle. Nymphs shred leaf litter in small streams.
Did You Know?
The tightly rolled wings make the adult appear to have no wings at all when viewed from above.