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πŸͺ¨ Stoneflies

Giant Stonefly

Pteronarcys dorsata

About

One of the largest North American stoneflies with a wingspan over 75 mm. Its large nymphs are important food for trout and are prized as fishing bait.

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Did You Know?

Giant stonefly nymphs are such effective leaf shredders that their removal from streams measurably slows the decomposition of autumn leaf litter.