Pteronarcyidae
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Pteronarcella
giant stoneflies, least salmonfly, dwarf salmonfly
Pteronarcella is a genus of giant stoneflies (family Pteronarcyidae) containing at least two described species: Pteronarcella badia (least salmonfly) and Pteronarcella regularis (dwarf salmonfly). These are among the largest stoneflies in North America, with adults known for their distinctive drumming communication behavior. Research on P. badia has provided significant insights into aquatic insect phylogeography and dispersal mechanisms in western North America.
Pteronarcys proteus
Appalachian Salmonfly
Pteronarcys proteus, commonly known as the Appalachian salmonfly, is a giant stonefly in the family Pteronarcyidae. It is among the largest stonefly species in North America. Adults are known for their distinctive appearance and are most frequently encountered near clean, fast-flowing streams. The species has been documented in the eastern United States, with records from Kentucky through New England.