Winter Stonefly vs Western Stone
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Winter Stonefly | Western Stone |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Taeniopteryx burksi | Doroneuria baumanni |
| Order | Plecoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Taeniopterygidae | Perlidae |
| Size | 8-14 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Mountains |
| Diet | Detritivores | Predators |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| 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.
Western Stone
A large predatory stonefly of Pacific Northwest mountain streams. Nymphs have distinctive patterned heads and powerful mandibles.
Did You Know?
Nymphs take up to three years to complete development in cold mountain streams.