Long-Tailed Mayfly vs Australian Giant Mayfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-Tailed Mayfly | Australian Giant Mayfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Palingenia longicauda | Atalophlebia australis |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Palingeniidae | Leptophlebiidae |
| Size | 30-40 mm body; 60-80 mm cerci | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Australia |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Long-Tailed Mayfly
The largest European mayfly with body and cerci reaching over 120 mm. Its spectacular mass hatches on the Tisza River are a famous natural phenomenon.
Did You Know?
The annual "Tisza bloom" of this mayfly along the Tisza River lasts only a few hours but has been celebrated in Hungarian culture for generations.
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.