Yellow Stonefly vs Graphic Flutterer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Yellow Stonefly | Graphic Flutterer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Isoperla dicala | Rhyothemis graphiptera |
| Order | Plecoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Perlodidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 9-13 mm | Body 3-4 cm; wingspan 6-7 cm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Wetlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America | Australia, Papua New Guinea, Indonesia |
| 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.
Graphic Flutterer
A stunning dragonfly with dark patterned wings that give it a butterfly-like appearance in flight. It flies with a distinctive slow, fluttering motion over tropical wetlands.
Did You Know?
Its slow, fluttery flight is thought to mimic distasteful butterfly species as a form of protective mimicry.