Pink Lady Mayfly vs Mountain Flathead Mayfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pink Lady Mayfly | Mountain Flathead Mayfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epeorus vitreus | Cinygmula ramaleyi |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Heptageniidae | Heptageniidae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Mountains |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| 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.
Mountain Flathead Mayfly
An alpine mayfly restricted to high-elevation cold streams in the Rocky Mountains. Nymphs feed on diatom films on boulder surfaces.
Did You Know?
This species cannot survive in water temperatures above 15 degrees Celsius.