Baetis tricaudatus

[Mark Melton]

These are in the Russian River and Mill Creek pretty much year round. They usually prefer a clean bottom of sand and small cobble with some algae growth. The nymphs are between 5.5 - 6.5 mm in length excluding the cerci and antennae.


Female nymph


Female nymph


Molting female nymph


Female nymph


Male nymph


Male nymph

 

[Jim F.]

You capture some absolutely amazing photos, Mark!

 

[Mark Melton]

Thanks, Jim. I guess even a blind pig finds a truffle once in a while.