Brazilian Angel Insect vs Comstock's Net-Winged Midge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brazilian Angel Insect | Comstock's Net-Winged Midge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zorotypus brasiliensis | Agathon comstocki |
| Order | Zoraptera | Diptera |
| Family | Zorotypidae | Blephariceridae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | South America | North America |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Brazilian Angel Insect
A zorapteran from the Atlantic Forest region of Brazil. It forms colonies of up to 120 individuals under the bark of fallen trees.
Did You Know?
Zoraptera is one of the least species-rich insect orders with fewer than 50 known species worldwide.
Comstock's Net-Winged Midge
A western North American net-winged midge found on waterfall-splashed rocks. Larvae have a unique caterpillar-like body with sucker discs.
Did You Know?
Larvae inch forward using alternating suction attachment, moving like a caterpillar across wet rock faces.