Southern New England Coastal Plains and Hills

Mayfly spotted in Fort Greene

November 2, 2026

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A mayfly genus (Caenis, ) was observed in Fort Greene, Brooklyn on 2026-10-03.¹ Mayflies are among the most pollution-sensitive freshwater insects, making their presence an indicator of adequate water quality and oxygen conditions.¹

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