Claret Dun Mayfly vs Australian Giant Mayfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Claret Dun Mayfly | Australian Giant Mayfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Leptophlebia vespertina | Atalophlebia australis |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Leptophlebiidae | Leptophlebiidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Claret Dun Mayfly
A dark-winged mayfly that emerges in the evening over still and slow-moving waters.
Did You Know?
It is a key food source for brown trout during spring evening rises.
Australian Giant Mayfly
One of the largest Australian mayflies, found in clean streams of southeastern Australia. Nymphs have feathery gills along their abdomens.
Did You Know?
It belongs to the most species-rich mayfly family in the Southern Hemisphere.