Baetidae

Pronunciation
/bee-TID-ee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Baetis
Plural
Baetidae

Definition

A family of mayflies, commonly known as small minnow mayflies.

Full guide

Read the full Baetidae guide for identification, examples, and taxonomy.

Etymology

Named after the genus Baetis, which was first described by Johan Christian Fabricius in 1793.

Example

The Baetidae are a diverse family of mayflies found in streams and rivers worldwide.

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