Blandford Fly vs African Map Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blandford Fly | African Map Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Simulium posticatum | Cyrestis camillus |
| Order | Diptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Simuliidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 45-55 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | West Africa, Central Africa, East Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Blandford Fly
A notorious black fly that causes severe allergic reactions with its bite around the Blandford area of Dorset. Females need blood meals for egg development. Larvae develop in clean rivers.
Did You Know?
Named after Blandford Forum in Dorset where outbreaks of painful bites affect thousands of people each summer.
African Map Butterfly
A delicate white butterfly with fine dark lines across its wings resembling a map or circuit board. It rests with wings spread flat on leaves.
Did You Know?
Its translucent white wings and fine line pattern make it almost invisible when it rests on pale bark or lichen.