Mountain Net-Winged Midge vs Blue-Winged Olive
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mountain Net-Winged Midge | Blue-Winged Olive |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blepharicera capitata | Baetis tricaudatus |
| Order | Diptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Blephariceridae | Baetidae |
| Size | 7-11 mm | 5-9 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mountain Net-Winged Midge
A large net-winged midge of Appalachian mountain streams. Larvae require extremely clean, well-oxygenated water flowing over smooth bedrock.
Did You Know?
Females of some Blepharicera species are predatory on other small flies, catching them with their raptorial mouthparts.
Blue-Winged Olive
A small olive-colored mayfly with distinctive bluish-gray wings, abundant in clean streams across North America. It produces multiple generations per year.
Did You Know?
Blue-winged olives are among the few mayflies that hatch in winter, providing vital food for trout during cold months.