Biting Midge vs Powderpost Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Biting Midge | Powderpost Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Culicoides impunctatus | Lyctus brunneus |
| Order | Diptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Ceratopogonidae | Bostrichidae |
| Size | 1-3 mm | 3-7 mm |
| Habitat | Indoors | Indoors |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Biting Midge
A tiny, gray, blood-sucking fly notorious in Scotland and Scandinavia as the Highland midge. Swarms can be so dense they form visible clouds and drive people indoors.
Did You Know?
Highland midges are estimated to cost the Scottish tourism industry over 300 million pounds annually and were reportedly a factor in slowing the construction of the West Highland Railway.
Powderpost Beetle
A small, slender reddish-brown beetle that reduces hardwood timber to fine powder. It is a significant pest of furniture and flooring.
Did You Know?
Infested wood can be completely hollowed out while the exterior appears perfectly intact.