Cold-water Glacier Midge vs Conops Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cold-water Glacier Midge | Conops Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diamesa cinerella | Conops flavipes |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Chironomidae | Conopidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm body length | 8-12mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Underground |
| Diet | Detritivores | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Europe, Alps, Scandinavia | Europe |
| 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.
Conops Fly
A wasp-mimicking fly with yellow legs and a narrow waist. Females parasitize adult bumblebees.
Did You Know?
Chases bumblebees in flight and forcefully deposits an egg inside the bee's abdomen during a brief mid-air grapple.