Blue-winged Olive Mayfly vs Tanzanian Conehead Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue-winged Olive Mayfly | Tanzanian Conehead Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Serratella ignita | Empusa conversii |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Mantodea |
| Family | Ephemerellidae | Empusidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm body | 45-60 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Tanzania, Malawi |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Blue-winged Olive Mayfly
A common mayfly of clean rivers and streams with distinctive blue-grey wings. One of the most important mayflies for fly fishing. Nymphs cling to stones in fast water.
Did You Know?
So important to fly fishers that dozens of artificial fly patterns have been designed to imitate its various life stages.
Tanzanian Conehead Mantis
An East African conehead mantis found in the dry woodlands of Tanzania. It has a well-developed head cone and long, spiny raptorial legs.
Did You Know?
It is most active during the dry season when prey concentrates around remaining vegetation.