Quill Gordon Mayfly vs African Armyworm
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Quill Gordon Mayfly | African Armyworm |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epeorus pleuralis | Spodoptera exempta |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Heptageniidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 28-35 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Sub-Saharan Africa, Middle East, Southeast Asia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Quill Gordon Mayfly
A medium-sized flat-bodied mayfly that clings to rocks in fast Appalachian streams. It is one of the first major mayfly hatches of the spring season.
Did You Know?
Quill Gordon nymphs have only two tails instead of the three found in most mayfly species.
African Armyworm
A migratory pest moth whose caterpillars march in vast armies across cereal crops and grasslands in Africa. Outbreaks follow heavy rains and can destroy pastures and grain fields.
Did You Know?
A single outbreak swarm can contain millions of caterpillars marching together across fields like an army.