Winter Stonefly vs Striped Earwig
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Winter Stonefly | Striped Earwig |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Taeniopteryx burksi | Labidura riparia |
| Order | Plecoptera | Dermaptera |
| Family | Taeniopterygidae | Labiduridae |
| Size | 8-14 mm | 16-26 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, South America, Oceania |
| 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.
Striped Earwig
A large, pale sandy-brown earwig with dark longitudinal stripes, commonly found near water. It is one of the most widespread earwig species globally.
Did You Know?
Striped earwigs are strong fliers and are frequently attracted to lights at night, unlike most earwig species.