White Miller Mayfly vs Congo Basin Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | White Miller Mayfly | Congo Basin Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ephoron virgo | Palpopleura lucia |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Odonata |
| Family | Polymitarcyidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 25-35 mm body length |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Wetlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | West and Central Africa (Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon, DRC, Senegal, Ivory Coast) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
White Miller Mayfly
A white-bodied European mayfly that emerges in enormous synchronized swarms at dusk. Females are unique among mayflies in that they moult directly into the spinner stage.
Did You Know?
Swarms at bridges and streetlights can be so thick they cause traffic hazards.
Congo Basin Dragonfly
A small but strikingly colored dragonfly with a broad, flattened abdomen. Males are bright blue with black wing markings while females are yellow and brown. It is one of the most abundant dragonflies in West African wetlands.
Did You Know?
Males are highly territorial and will chase away any other dragonfly that enters their small waterside territory.