Long-Tailed Mayfly vs Long-cerci Dipluran
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-Tailed Mayfly | Long-cerci Dipluran |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Palingenia longicauda | Litocampa henroti |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Diplura |
| Family | Palingeniidae | Campodeidae |
| Size | 30-40 mm body; 60-80 mm cerci | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Caves |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | France, Spain |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Data Deficient |
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.
Long-cerci Dipluran
A troglophilic dipluran known from caves in western Europe. It has remarkably long cerci used for detecting vibrations in cave environments.
Did You Know?
Its cerci can be nearly as long as the rest of its body.