Western Iron Dun vs Longhorn Crazy Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Western Iron Dun | Longhorn Crazy Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epeorus longimanus | Paratrechina longicornis |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Heptageniidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 2.5-3 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Pantropical, Global in heated buildings |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Western Iron Dun
An iconic eastern mayfly that signals the start of spring fly-fishing season. Nymphs have only two tails and cling to rocks in fast current.
Did You Know?
It was named after Theodore Gordon, considered the father of American dry-fly fishing.
Longhorn Crazy Ant
A small dark brown ant with extremely long antennae and legs that moves in rapid, jerky patterns. It is one of the most widely distributed tramp ant species in the world.
Did You Know?
Its original native range is unknown because it has been spread by human commerce for so long.