Small Spurwing Mayfly vs Borneo River Cruiser
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Small Spurwing Mayfly | Borneo River Cruiser |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Centroptilum luteolum | Macromia cingulata |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Odonata |
| Family | Baetidae | Macromiidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 7-8.5 cm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Malaysia, Indonesia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Small Spurwing Mayfly
A tiny, elegant mayfly with a distinctive spur on its hindwing. It is widespread in European streams and rivers with good water quality.
Did You Know?
Unlike most mayflies that swarm over water, small spurwings often emerge individually and drift with the current.
Borneo River Cruiser
A large fast-flying dragonfly of pristine river systems in Borneo. It patrols long stretches of river with a distinctive cruising flight pattern.
Did You Know?
River cruiser dragonflies rarely perch, spending almost their entire adult life on the wing.