Hex Mayflies
Hexagenia limbata
The famous nocturnal Hex hatch of the Midwest (and a few other lucky locations) stirs to the surface mythically large brown trout that only touch streamers for the rest of the year.
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Mayfly Species Drunella pelosa
Where & when
In 1 records from GBIF, adults of this species have been collected during June (100%).
Species Range
Identification
To determine whether a specimen of Drunella belongs to Drunella pelosa, use the Key to Species of Drunella Nymphs.
Specimens of the Mayfly Species Drunella pelosa
2 Nymphs
This is a common species in states like Oregon and Washington but this is only the second time it has been collected in Montana.
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Mayfly Species Drunella pelosa
Species Range
Resources
- NatureServe
- Integrated Taxonomic Information System
- Global Biodiversity Information Facility
- Described by Mayo (1951)