Bornean Monkey Grasshopper vs Banded Blackfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bornean Monkey Grasshopper | Banded Blackfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Erianthus versicolor | Simulium ornatum |
| Order | Orthoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Eumastacidae | Simuliidae |
| Size | 18-25 mm | 2-4 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Borneo | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Bornean Monkey Grasshopper
A vividly multicolored monkey grasshopper from Borneo's montane forests with blue, green, red, and yellow markings. It moves slowly through understory foliage with a characteristic swaying walk.
Did You Know?
Its extraordinary rainbow coloration makes it one of the most photographed insects by naturalists visiting Bornean montane forests.
Banded Blackfly
A widespread European black fly species complex found in diverse stream types. Larvae filter-feed from silken pads attached to trailing vegetation and stones.
Did You Know?
Recent DNA studies revealed that what was considered one species is actually a complex of several cryptic species.