Yellow Stonefly vs Gold-and-Brown Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Yellow Stonefly | Gold-and-Brown Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Isoperla dicala | Ontholestes tessellatus |
| Order | Plecoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Perlodidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 9-13 mm | 14-20 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Yellow Stonefly
A bright yellow springfly found in clean Appalachian streams. Nymphs are predatory on small invertebrates in gravel substrates.
Did You Know?
Males produce vibrational signals by rubbing their abdomen against the substrate, audible through special sensors.
Gold-and-Brown Rove Beetle
A large rove beetle covered in a mosaic of golden and dark brown hairs. It frequents dung and carrion where it preys on fly larvae.
Did You Know?
Its tessellated hair pattern acts as camouflage against the mottled surfaces of dung and decaying matter.