Proceratium Ant vs Cahill Mayfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Proceratium Ant | Cahill Mayfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Proceratium silaceum | Stenacron interpunctatum |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Heptageniidae |
| Size | 2.5-3.5 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Proceratium Ant
A small brownish ant with a distinctly rounded abdomen curving forward under its body. It is a specialist predator of spider eggs living in deep leaf litter.
Did You Know?
Workers carry spider egg sacs back to the nest, where the colony feeds exclusively on this unusual food source.
Cahill Mayfly
A cream-to-tan colored mayfly found throughout eastern North America. It is named after the classic Light Cahill fly fishing pattern it inspired.
Did You Know?
The Light Cahill fly pattern, inspired by this mayfly, has been a staple of American fly fishing since the 1880s.