Coffin Fly vs Large Dark Olive Mayfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Coffin Fly | Large Dark Olive Mayfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Conicera tibialis | Baetis rhodani |
| Order | Diptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Phoridae | Baetidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 6-10 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Coffin Fly
A tiny humpbacked fly capable of burrowing through soil to reach buried remains. It is of forensic importance as it can colonize remains inaccessible to other insects.
Did You Know?
It can burrow through over a meter of soil to reach a food source below ground.
Large Dark Olive Mayfly
The most common European mayfly, emerging year-round in many rivers. It is a small olive-brown species that serves as a staple food for stream fish.
Did You Know?
This mayfly can produce up to three generations per year, making it available as fish food in every season.