Dark Hendrickson Mayfly vs Small Minnow Mayfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark Hendrickson Mayfly | Small Minnow Mayfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Leptophlebia cupida | Callibaetis ferrugineus |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Leptophlebiidae | Baetidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 7-11 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dark Hendrickson Mayfly
A dark-bodied spring mayfly important to trout anglers in the Northeast. Nymphs inhabit leaf packs and debris in slow to moderate stream sections.
Did You Know?
It often emerges alongside Ephemerella subvaria, and the two species together form the famed Hendrickson hatch.
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.