Quill Gordon Mayfly vs White Admiral
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Quill Gordon Mayfly | White Admiral |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epeorus pleuralis | Limenitis camilla |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Heptageniidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 52-64 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Europe, temperate Asia, Japan |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
White Admiral
An elegant woodland butterfly with dark brown wings crossed by a broad white band, noted for its graceful gliding flight. It has expanded northward in Britain in recent decades.
Did You Know?
It has one of the most elegant flight patterns of any European butterfly, alternating glides with short wing beats.