Spiny Crawler Mayfly vs Hop-Garden Earwig
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spiny Crawler Mayfly | Hop-Garden Earwig |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ephemerella subvaria | Forficula lesnei |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Dermaptera |
| Family | Ephemerellidae | Forficulidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 9-13 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Gardens |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Spiny Crawler Mayfly
A mayfly important to fly anglers and known as the Hendrickson in fishing culture.
Did You Know?
Its springtime hatch is one of the most anticipated events in fly fishing.
Hop-Garden Earwig
A small earwig closely related to the European earwig but distinguished by its shorter wing cases. It is found in southern European gardens and orchards.
Did You Know?
This species was long confused with the European earwig and was only recognized as distinct in the early twentieth century.