South African Prong-Gill Mayfly vs Labrador Minnow Mayfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | South African Prong-Gill Mayfly | Labrador Minnow Mayfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Adenophlebia auriculata | Baetis labradoriensis |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Leptophlebiidae | Baetidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southern Africa | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
South African Prong-Gill Mayfly
A mayfly endemic to southern African mountain streams. Nymphs have distinctive forked gills used for respiration in oxygen-rich rapids.
Did You Know?
Its uniquely forked gills are found only in African leptophlebiid mayflies.
Labrador Minnow Mayfly
A small mayfly found in cold northern streams with rapid currents. Nymphs cling to submerged stones and feed on periphyton.
Did You Know?
Nymphs can complete their development in as little as three weeks during warm summer conditions.