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Scientific Name: Baetis sp Leach, 1815
English Name: Large dark olive mayfly
Photo: GBIF
Classification:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Ephemeroptera
Family: Baetidae
Description:
These mayflies are typically small to medium-sized, ranging from 3 to 12 mm. In most genera, the antennae are 2-3 times longer than the width of the head. Gills are found on abdominal segments 1 or 2 through 7, displaying variable shapes. There are 2-3 caudal filaments present. These mayflies are frequently abundant and can be exceptionally small. They are proficient swimmers, which is why they are referred to as minnow mayflies. In polluted streams, certain species of these mayflies can be notably common.
Habitat & Distribution in Bangladesh:
These mayfly larvae are found in a variety of habitats and are widespread. Some are found in streams of moderate current or in areas of slack water. Other species are primarily restricted to lakes and ponds.
Environment:
Freshwater, Terrestrial
Comments:
They are semi aquatic. Larvae are hatched in water. But they fly away when they got matured.
Main References:
Ali S, Chakraborty T (1992) BANGLADESHER MITHA PANIR AMERUDANDI PRANI (A book on Freshwater Invertebrates of Bangladesh). Bangla Academy, Dhaka, Bangladesh, ISBN: 984-07-4051-2
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