Chinese Dobsonfly vs Pink Lady Mayfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Chinese Dobsonfly | Pink Lady Mayfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neoneuromus ignobilis | Epeorus vitreus |
| Order | Megaloptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Corydalidae | Heptageniidae |
| Size | 40-60 mm body | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Chinese Dobsonfly
A large dark-colored dobsonfly found in streams across China and Southeast Asia. It is less well known than its North American relatives but equally impressive in size.
Did You Know?
In parts of China, dobsonfly larvae are collected from streams and used in traditional medicine as a remedy for various ailments.
Pink Lady Mayfly
A pale pinkish mayfly of eastern North American streams with a distinctly two-tailed nymph. Adults have translucent wings with a faint rosy tint.
Did You Know?
The pink coloration of the adult body fades to white within minutes of death.