Cold-water Glacier Midge vs Banks' Jumping Bristletail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cold-water Glacier Midge | Banks' Jumping Bristletail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diamesa cinerella | Machiloides banksi |
| Order | Diptera | Archaeognatha |
| Family | Chironomidae | Machilidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm body length | 8-10 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Underground |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe, Alps, Scandinavia | United States, Canada |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cold-water Glacier Midge
A cold-adapted midge found in high-altitude streams fed by snowmelt. Its larvae are among the first colonizers of newly formed glacial streams.
Did You Know?
Adults can emerge and fly at temperatures just above freezing.
Banks' Jumping Bristletail
A North American bristletail found in leaf litter and under stones. It has a cylindrical body covered in tiny scales.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few Archaeognatha species found in North America.