Hackle-gilled burrower mayflies
Scientific name: Potamanthidae
Hackle-gilled burrower mayflies
Scientific name: Potamanthidae
Description
Contrary to a persistent myth, mayflies, including those from the Potamanthidae family, do not possess a single-day lifespan; their adult stage varies and can extend several days, during which they engage in frenetic reproductive activities. These insects play a pivotal role in both aquatic and terrestrial food webs, serving as a crucial food source for various fish and birds. Their presence and numbers also serve as important bioindicators of water quality, underlining their significant environmental influence.
Species of Hackle-gilled burrower mayflies
Scientific Classification
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