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Spiny gilled mayfly (Coloburiscidae: Coloburiscus)

Spiny gilled mayfly (Coloburiscidae: Coloburiscus) and close up

Coloburiscus mayfly nymphs are easily distinguished by the cactus-like gills covering the top of the abdomen (the right-hand picture). The front and mid legs are very hairy.

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