Alpine Snow Fly vs Spotted Bark Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Alpine Snow Fly | Spotted Bark Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chionea lutescens | Amorphoscelis guttata |
| Order | Diptera | Mantodea |
| Family | Limoniidae | Amorphoscelidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm body length | 18-25 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Mountains |
| Diet | Scavengers | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Alps, Central Europe | Tanzania, Kenya, Ethiopia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Alpine Snow Fly
A yellowish wingless crane fly found on snow in alpine regions. It breeds in soil beneath the snowpack where larvae feed on decaying matter.
Did You Know?
Adults emerge in midwinter and mate directly on the snow surface.
Spotted Bark Mantis
A spotted bark mantis from East Africa with small dots scattered across its wings and body. The spots mimic tiny lichens and bark imperfections.
Did You Know?
Its spotted pattern is thought to mimic crustose lichens commonly found on montane tree bark.