Green Drake Mayfly vs Labrador Minnow Mayfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Green Drake Mayfly | Labrador Minnow Mayfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ephemera guttulata | Baetis labradoriensis |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Ephemeridae | Baetidae |
| Size | 18-25 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Green Drake Mayfly
A large and strikingly beautiful mayfly with mottled wings that emerges in late spring. Its hatches on eastern North American streams create some of the year's best fly-fishing opportunities.
Did You Know?
Green drake hatches trigger a feeding frenzy among trout, with even the largest fish rising to the surface.
Labrador Minnow Mayfly
A small mayfly found in cold northern streams with rapid currents. Nymphs cling to submerged stones and feed on periphyton.
Did You Know?
Nymphs can complete their development in as little as three weeks during warm summer conditions.