''Isoperla carbonaria'' is a species of

stonefly 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. Stoneflies are believed to be one of the mo ...

in the family

Perlodidae The Perlodidae, also known as the perlodid stoneflies, stripetails, or springflies, are a family of stoneflies. Natural history The family Perlodidae is composed of at least 50 genera and over 350 species, with the fossil records extending at ...

Description

''Isoperla carbonaria'' is a rheophilous species characterised by relatively small size, reaching a length of about 10–13 mm. The basis colour is yellowish. The

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of this predaceous stonefly mainly feed on Chironomidae, actively hunted across the surface of the substratum.

Distribution

This species is present in France, Italy and Switzerland.GBIF
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Habitat

In the immature stage ''Isoperla carbonaria'' is aquatic and lives in freshwater, while as an adult is terrestrial and flying.Plecoptera Species File (Version 1.1/4.0)
/ref> It inhabits mountainous streams at an elevation of above sea level.

Description

Distribution

Habitat

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