Arctic Mayfly vs Iron Blue Dun
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Arctic Mayfly | Iron Blue Dun |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Baetis bundyae | Baetis muticus |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Baetidae | Baetidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Tundra & Arctic | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Arctic Canada, Alaska, northern Scandinavia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Arctic Mayfly
A small, delicate mayfly with transparent wings and two long tail filaments. Nymphs are agile swimmers in cold Arctic streams. Adults emerge for a very brief mating flight during the short Arctic summer.
Did You Know?
Adult mayflies live only a few hours to a few days, just long enough to mate and lay eggs before dying.
Iron Blue Dun
A small dark mayfly that hatches prolifically on cool overcast days. Nymphs are found clinging to stones in moderate to fast current.
Did You Know?
Hatches are most prolific during rain and cold snaps, making it a favorite species for wet-weather anglers.