Flat-headed Mayfly vs Australian Giant Mayfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Flat-headed Mayfly | Australian Giant Mayfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epeorus assimilis | Atalophlebia australis |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Heptageniidae | Leptophlebiidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Flat-headed Mayfly
A stream-dwelling mayfly nymph with a flattened body for clinging to rocks in rapids.
Did You Know?
Its flattened nymph shape allows it to live in the boundary layer of fast currents.
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.