Flatheaded Mayfly Nymph - Maccaffertium sp.

This nymph had a gorgeous, mottled pattern, which was more dramatic than this photo shows. And, the eyes were greenish blue!

Habitat: Shallow, fast-moving stream

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Ferdy Christant

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That is SO cool! Although they may emerge in great numbers at times, I've never found one in this state. Posted 6 years ago
1. Christine Young
  
  Lion
  
  Thanks! Stream critters are so awesome. I found so many yesterday - nearly every rock that I looked under was covered in mayfly nymphs. Some other oddities too that I have yet to ID. It was clearly a very healthy stream. Posted 6 years ago
2. 1. Ferdy Christant
    
    Lion
    
    So it looks like timing is essential. And also being outside. Posted 6 years ago
  2. 1. Christine Young
      
      Lion
      
      Definitely. Being outside and standing in a stream is super helpful when looking for aquatic insects. Posted 6 years ago

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By Christine Young

Uploaded May 21, 2019. Captured May 21, 2019 13:33 in 5 East St, New Milford, CT 06776, USA.

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Canon EOS 80D
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