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Scientific Name: Ephemera sp Linnaeus, 1758
English Name: Green Drakes
Photo: GBIF
Classification:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Ephemeroptera
Family: Ephemeridae
Description:
The adult stage of Ephemera danica, commonly known as the mayfly, can have a size ranging from 15 to 20 mm (0.6 to 0.8 in) in males, while females are typically larger, reaching sizes of 16 to 25 mm (0.6 to 1.0 in). This species, characterized by its distinct markings and three tails (Cerci), is frequently observed among British Ephemeridae. The wings of the adult mayflies are translucent with dark veining, but in their sub-adult stage (subimago), they appear dull and yellowish with brown veins. Additionally, the forelegs and tails of the spinners are notably longer than those of the duns. It’s worth noting that the mouthparts of adults are non-functional, as they do not engage in feeding activities.
Habitat & Distribution in Bangladesh:
This species is commonly found in clear water rivers and lakes with sandy or gravel bottoms
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
Other References:
DNA Barcodes from Bangladesh
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Other DNA Barcodes & Nucleutide Sequences
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