Dark-stigma Snakefly vs Iberian Snakefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark-stigma Snakefly | Iberian Snakefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phaeostigma notata | Harraphidia laufferi |
| Order | Raphidioptera | Raphidioptera |
| Family | Raphidiidae | Raphidiidae |
| Size | 12-15 mm body | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Spain, Portugal |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Dark-stigma Snakefly
A primitive predatory insect with an elongated prothorax giving it a snake-like neck. Found on tree trunks in woodland. Both adults and larvae prey on small insects.
Did You Know?
Snakeflies are living fossils with a body plan virtually unchanged for over 140 million years.
Iberian Snakefly
A snakefly endemic to the Iberian Peninsula, found in cork oak and pine woodlands. It is one of several snakefly species restricted to the western Mediterranean.
Did You Know?
The Iberian Peninsula is a hotspot for snakefly diversity, hosting more species per area than almost anywhere else.