Pink Lady Mayfly vs Giant Case-Builder Caddis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pink Lady Mayfly | Giant Case-Builder Caddis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epeorus vitreus | Phryganea bipunctata |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Heptageniidae | Phryganeidae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 18-25 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Pink Lady Mayfly
A pale pinkish mayfly of eastern North American streams with a distinctly two-tailed nymph. Adults have translucent wings with a faint rosy tint.
Did You Know?
The pink coloration of the adult body fades to white within minutes of death.
Giant Case-Builder Caddis
A large caddisfly with spotted wings found in northern and central Europe. Larvae construct conspicuous helical cases from plant material in weedy waters.
Did You Know?
Its larvae are among the few caddisflies known to actively prey on other aquatic invertebrates.