Common House Mosquito vs Long-winged Conehead
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common House Mosquito | Long-winged Conehead |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Culex pipiens | Conocephalus discolor |
| Order | Diptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Culicidae | Tettigoniidae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 12-18 mm body |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Wetlands |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| 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.
Long-winged Conehead
A slim green bush-cricket with a pointed head that has dramatically expanded its range northward in Britain. Produces a very high-pitched, barely audible song. Found in tall grass and rushes.
Did You Know?
Its ultrasonic song is at such a high frequency that many people cannot hear it, even when the insect is nearby.