Brown Drake Mayfly vs Western Ameletid Mayfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brown Drake Mayfly | Western Ameletid Mayfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ephemera simulans | Ameletus cooki |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Ephemeridae | Ameletidae |
| Size | 14-20 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Mountains |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Brown Drake Mayfly
A large brownish mayfly with mottled wings that produces dramatic evening hatches on trout streams. Nymphs burrow in sandy and silty streambeds.
Did You Know?
Brown drake hatches occur over just a few days each year, creating some of the most spectacular dry-fly fishing of the season.
Western Ameletid Mayfly
A streamlined mayfly found in cold mountain streams of the Pacific Northwest. Nymphs are agile swimmers that dart between cobbles in riffles.
Did You Know?
Nymphs are strong enough swimmers to move upstream against moderate currents.