Common Malaria Mosquito vs Twin-spot Centurion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Malaria Mosquito | Twin-spot Centurion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anopheles quadrimaculatus | Sargus bipunctatus |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Culicidae | Stratiomyidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 8-13 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Underground |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common Malaria Mosquito
A freshwater mosquito that was the primary malaria vector in the eastern United States. Larvae float horizontally at the water surface in slow-moving waters.
Did You Know?
It is named for the four dark spots on each wing that distinguish it from other Anopheles species.
Twin-spot Centurion
A metallic bronze-green soldier fly with two characteristic pale spots on the frons. It is one of the most common stratiomyids in Europe, found basking on ivy flowers in autumn.
Did You Know?
It is one of the last flies to be active in autumn, still visiting ivy flowers well into November.