Comstock's Net-Winged Midge vs Long-winged Fungus Gnat
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Comstock's Net-Winged Midge | Long-winged Fungus Gnat |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agathon comstocki | Macrocera stigma |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Blephariceridae | Mycetophilidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Comstock's Net-Winged Midge
A western North American net-winged midge found on waterfall-splashed rocks. Larvae have a unique caterpillar-like body with sucker discs.
Did You Know?
Larvae inch forward using alternating suction attachment, moving like a caterpillar across wet rock faces.
Long-winged Fungus Gnat
A delicate fungus gnat with unusually long antennae and slender patterned wings. It is often found in shaded damp woodland where it hunts small insects.
Did You Know?
Some Macrocera species have bioluminescent larvae, though less spectacularly than the cave glowworms.