Japanese Burrowing Mayfly vs Giant Michigan Mayfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Burrowing Mayfly | Giant Michigan Mayfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ephemera japonica | Hexagenia bilineata |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Ephemeridae | Ephemeridae |
| Size | 15-25 mm | 18-28 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Japan, East Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Japanese Burrowing Mayfly
A large burrowing mayfly native to Japanese rivers and streams. It emerges in large numbers during early summer evenings.
Did You Know?
It is culturally significant in Japan, where mayfly emergence has been celebrated in poetry for centuries.
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.