Speckled Duns found near Merrimack

September 20, 2026

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(Callibaetis) were recorded on September 16 near Merrimack.¹ Mayfly larvae require clean, well-oxygenated water, so their presence indicates water quality suitable for pollution-sensitive aquatic insects in this reach.¹

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