Band-eyed Brown Horse Fly vs Tanypod Predatory Midge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Band-eyed Brown Horse Fly | Tanypod Predatory Midge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tabanus bromius | Tanypus punctipennis |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tabanidae | Chironomidae |
| Size | 13-17 mm | 4-7 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Band-eyed Brown Horse Fly
A common European horse fly with distinctive banded eyes. It is one of the most frequent biters of cattle across Europe.
Did You Know?
Its compound eyes display brilliant iridescent bands that fade after death.
Tanypod Predatory Midge
A predatory midge whose larvae hunt other small invertebrates in soft sediments. Adults have distinctively spotted wings.
Did You Know?
Unlike most chironomids, Tanypodinae larvae are active predators with retractable head capsules for striking at prey.