Drake Mackerel Mayfly vs Australian Giant Mayfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Drake Mackerel Mayfly | Australian Giant Mayfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ephemera glaucops | Atalophlebia australis |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Ephemeridae | Leptophlebiidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Drake Mackerel Mayfly
A large European burrowing mayfly with distinctive dark markings on its wings. It emerges in synchronous swarms during warm summer evenings.
Did You Know?
Swarms of this mayfly dancing over European rivers at sunset have inspired poets and naturalists for centuries.
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.