Dark Blue Quill vs Small Minnow Mayfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark Blue Quill | Small Minnow Mayfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Paraleptophlebia mollis | Callibaetis ferrugineus |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Leptophlebiidae | Baetidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 7-11 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dark Blue Quill
A small dusky-winged mayfly of Appalachian headwater streams. Nymphs are slow crawlers among leaf debris in gentle currents.
Did You Know?
It is one of the earliest mayflies to emerge each spring, sometimes hatching when snow still lines the streambanks.
Small Minnow Mayfly
A mottled brown mayfly common in still waters across North America. Nymphs are excellent swimmers that mimic small minnows.
Did You Know?
It can produce up to three generations per year in warm climates.