Angler's Curse - Caenis luctuosa
Description
This is a small mayfly with three tails and milky wings. There are other similar species and detailed examination is necessary to determine the correct species. Images appearing in a red box are representative of the species, but whilst they are likely to correct, they have not been microscopically proven to be this species.
Habitat
Rivers and lakes etc.
When to see it
Late spring and summer.
UK Status
Widespread and fairly frequent in Britain.
VC55 Status
Status in Leicestershire and Rutland not known.
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MAP KEY:
Yellow squares = NBN records (all known data)
Coloured circles = NatureSpot records: 2020+ | 2015-2019 | pre-2015