There are about 1700 species of stoneflies throughout the world, living on every continent except Antarctica. 600 of these species exist in North America. They can also be found on most larger islands, with the exceptions of Hawaii, Cuba, Fiji, and New Caledonia.

Where are stoneflies found in the world?

GEOGRAPHIC RANGE. Stoneflies live on all continents, except Antarctica. They are also found on most larger islands except Cuba, Fiji, Hawaii, and New Caledonia. There are approximately two thousand species of stoneflies worldwide, with about six hundred in the United States and Canada.

What is the habitat of a stonefly?

Stoneflies spend most of their lives as larvae in the water, crawling along the bottom of streams and rivers, and clinging to the underside of rocks and woody debris. Some are predators (they eat other bugs), while others eat plants and algae or decaying organic matter (plant bits).