Common House Mosquito vs Conops Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common House Mosquito | Conops Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Culex pipiens | Conops flavipes |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Culicidae | Conopidae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 8-12mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Underground |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Worldwide temperate regions | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common House Mosquito
A ubiquitous pale brown mosquito found in urban and suburban environments. It is the primary vector of West Nile virus in temperate regions.
Did You Know?
Underground populations in the London Tube have evolved into a distinct biting form called Culex pipiens molestus.
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.