What eats mayflies? The most likely predators of mayflies are aquatic insects such as dragonfly and spiders. Other potential predators include fish, amphibians, reptiles, mammals, and birds.
Studio work with a mayfly (Ephemeroptera) found in our neighborhood (Belgium, Reet, May 2016). Image based on 79 exposures, assembled in Zerene Stacker (Pmax & Dmap), not cropped. Sony A6300 + Metabones EF to Sony E + Canon EF 100mm 1:2.8L IS USM. ISO-100, f/4, 1/30s, artificial light (diffused Led).
Mayfly, seen on gorse, at Whisby Nature Park, Lincolnshire. Handheld, natural light.
The large swarms of these insects become a great hurdle for humans sometimes. Therefore, you must know how to get rid of mayflies.
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While seeing an animal in the wild can be fun, seeing thousands of them migrating is mesmerizing and awe-inspiring. These awesome wildlife photos will show you just how amazing of a sight a migration can be!
Ephemeroptera (surely, this ID can be narrowed down – suggestions welcome) Size: 8 mm I find the silhouette of these primordial creatures hard to resist. They have a reputation of being short-lived and indeed they don't live long as adults. Like many other insects the life-span of mayflies changes drastically if you consider the time they spend as larvae. Focus stacked from 32 natural light exposures in Zerene Stacker. Canon 5DmkII + Canon MP-E65 @ 1.2X, 1/15s, f/6.3, ISO200
Disc 1: 1 - Tilikum, 2 - Some Other Arms, 3 - She Will Sing, 4 - Kicking Roses, 5 - Summer, 6 - Just Breathe, 7 - Cocaine Doll, 8 - Groves, 9 - Day By Day, 10 - Immortal, 11 - Mayflies, 12 - Frozen Moor
No insects are more associated with fly fishing than are the mayflies) so we will handle tying their life cycle first in this series.
Mayfly hatch. Ephemera on a stream. Ephemera is a genus of mayfly in family Ephemeridae. Great gift for a fly fishing friend. Or a nature lover of any kind. I rescued this image from a 1888 nature textbook. I couldn't find the name of the artist, but I believe they capture the swarm of the mayfly hatch. Enjoy this charming framable print. It comes in 11 by 17 inch size. At check out select Print only or Matted Print. I've taken the best of the best, scanned, digitally enhanced and produced here for your enjoyment. The print is available in several sizes - just make your selection in the drop down box at check out. Give. Or keep it for your self. It's printed on card stock. It's ready to pop in a frame and hang on your wall. Also available in a custom sizes - just ask. FInd other great prints at www.ImageCelebration.etsy.com
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Some iPad fun, this chroma Mayfly was digitally hand drawn. Limited edition of 84 prints on 8.5x11 single matted in white to 11x14 to fit any standard size 11x14 frame. Each print is numbered, signed and titled "Chroma Mayfly". Printed on Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper, Textured Matte 19mil 260 g/m2 100% cotton with an acid free base. Printed with an Epson r3000 fine art printer. These prints are archival and will last 100+ years without fading or discoloring. Limited Edition Prints can be purchased with, or without the custom conservation matting with backing. ***PLEASE NOTE: Artist holds no responsibility for print degrading over time if customer uses non-archival matboard and backing. The acid remaining in cheaper mats cause discoloration and deterioration over time in the print. Please have your limited edition print professionally matted and framed to preserve the 100+ year color, paper and print quality. Your print will be shipped sealed in an acid free laminate sheeting to protect it from the elements until it is framed with a cardboard backing to keep it from getting crushed or folded during shipment. Shipping is via USPS Priority Insured for domestic orders and insured for international orders. The watermarks shown in the photos are not on the prints and are for copyright purposes only. Any questions about these prints please ask, I'd be happy to help! Andrea Larko retains all copyright and reproduction rights for this image. Colors may vary by computer screen. Thank you for checking out my work. Visit my store for decals, more fish prints and original artwork.
Mating mayflies, an elephant feast and tiger rivalry are among the pick of this week's images from the natural world
(via 500px / Le tre sorelline by Roberto Aldrovandi)
