Mahogany Dun vs Peafowl Feather Louse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mahogany Dun | Peafowl Feather Louse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Isonychia harperi | Goniodes pavonis |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Phthiraptera |
| Family | Isonychiidae | Philopteridae |
| Size | 13-17 mm | 2-4 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Gardens |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | South Asia, Worldwide in captive populations |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mahogany Dun
A large reddish-brown mayfly with impressive filter-feeding forelegs. Nymphs prefer moderate to fast riffles with clean gravel substrates.
Did You Know?
Adults hold their forelegs forward in flight, making them easy to identify on the wing.
Peafowl Feather Louse
A large chewing louse found on peafowl and pheasants. It feeds on feather material and can damage the ornamental plumage of peacocks.
Did You Know?
Heavy infestations can damage the spectacular tail feathers that peacocks depend on for courtship displays.