Giant Michigan Mayfly vs Mother of Pearl Caddisfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Michigan Mayfly | Mother of Pearl Caddisfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hexagenia bilineata | Mystacides azurea |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Ephemeridae | Leptoceridae |
| Size | 18-28 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Giant Michigan Mayfly
A large burrowing mayfly with two dark stripes on its thorax. Nymphs dig into soft clay and silt bottoms of large rivers.
Did You Know?
Mass emergences along the Great Lakes have caused road closures due to the slippery accumulation of millions of dead adults.
Mother of Pearl Caddisfly
A small iridescent caddisfly with long antennae and pearly blue-green wings. It swarms in large mating flights over lakes and slow rivers.
Did You Know?
The iridescent wing scales of this caddisfly create a shimmering blue-green appearance unique among the Trichoptera.