Plecoptera is an order of insects, commonly known as stoneflies. Some 3,500 species are described worldwide, [1] with new species still being discovered. Stoneflies are found worldwide, except Antarctica. [2]

Greek Origins of Name: Plecoptera, derived from the Greek “pleco” meaning folded and “ptera” meaning wing, refers to the pleated hind wings which fold under the front wings when the insect is at rest.

Jul 10, 2024 · Common names of Stoneflies (Plecoptera) from the United States and Canada Stark B.P., Stewart K.W., Szczytko S.W., Baumann R.W. 1998. Ohio Biological Survey Notes 1: 1-18.

Stoneflies (Order Plecoptera) Stoneflies are aquatic insects and one of the few insect groups that emerge as adults in winter and early spring. The nymphs or immatures live on or about stones in streams and rivers, hence their common name.

Stonefly, (order Plecoptera), any of about 2,000 species of insects, the adults of which have long antennae, weak, chewing mouthparts, and two pairs of membranous wings. The stonefly ranges in size from 6 to more than 60 mm (0.25 to 2.5 inches).

The Plecoptera Species File is a taxonomic, nomenclatural, and bibliographic database of the stoneflies of the world, including all extant and fossil taxa.

Feb 15, 2011 · Stoneflies are so named because their nymphs live under stones in fast-flowing streams. Learn the habits and traits of stoneflies, order Plecoptera.

Stonefly nymphs prefer cold, fast-flowing, and highly oxygenated lotic habitats in springs, streams, and rivers, where they often live under leaf packs and the stones that are their namesake.

Plecoptera, or stoneflies, are an ancient insect order. The order name refers to the ability to fold their wings horizontally. Sixteen extant families and nearly 3,500 valid species are currently known.

Plecoptera is an order of insects, commonly known as stoneflies. Some 3,500 species are described worldwide, with new species still being discovered. Stoneflies are found worldwide, except Antarctica.