Neavei Black Fly vs Australian Giant Mayfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Neavei Black Fly | Australian Giant Mayfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Simulium neavei | Atalophlebia australis |
| Order | Diptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Simuliidae | Leptophlebiidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | East Africa, including Uganda, Tanzania, Kenya | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Neavei Black Fly
A small black fly whose larvae uniquely attach to freshwater crabs rather than rocks or vegetation. It is a vector of river blindness in East Africa, particularly in forested areas. The association with crabs makes it vulnerable to control by removing the crab hosts.
Did You Know?
Eliminating the freshwater crabs that carry its larvae successfully eradicated onchocerciasis from parts of East Africa.
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.