Brine Fly vs Twin-lobed Deer Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brine Fly | Twin-lobed Deer Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ephydra hians | Chrysops relictus |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Ephydridae | Tabanidae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Wetlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Brine Fly
A fly that thrives in the extremely alkaline waters of Mono Lake.
Did You Know?
It carries an air bubble underwater and was a staple food of the Kutzadikaa Paiute people.
Twin-lobed Deer Fly
A golden-green eyed deer fly with distinctive dark wing markings. It breeds in peaty wetlands and bogs across northern regions.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most common biting flies encountered in northern European bogs.