Small Spurwing Mayfly vs New Zealand Mayfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Small Spurwing Mayfly | New Zealand Mayfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Centroptilum luteolum | Deleatidium lillii |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Baetidae | Leptophlebiidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 7-11 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe | New Zealand |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
New Zealand Mayfly
The most abundant and widespread mayfly genus in New Zealand. Nymphs dominate the invertebrate fauna of stony streams throughout both islands.
Did You Know?
It is the most commonly used bioindicator insect for water quality testing in New Zealand.