Drunella doddsii
(Needham, 1927)
Western Green Drake
Drunella doddsii is a of spiny crawler mayfly in the Ephemerellidae, commonly known as the Western Green Drake. Originally described as Ephemerella doddsi by Needham in 1927, this species is significant to fly fishing in western North America. The species is part of the diverse Drunella , which includes other notable green drake species such as D. grandis.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Drunella doddsii: /drʌˈnɛlə ˈdɑdz.aɪ/
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Distribution
Western North America (implied by "Western Green Drake" and association with western fly fishing regions such as Wyoming and Colorado).
Ecological Role
Important prey item for trout and other sport fish; serves as a key component of aquatic in western streams.
Human Relevance
Highly valued by fly fishermen, who create artificial imitations of both nymph and stages. The is specifically referenced in western fly fishing contexts, with anglers matching hatches of this to improve fishing success.
Similar Taxa
- Drunella grandisBoth are green drake mayflies in the same , similarly important to fly fishing; D. grandis is specifically noted as a spinner green drake and may overlap in distribution and appearance.
More Details
Taxonomic History
Originally described under the Ephemerella as E. doddsi before being transferred to Drunella.