Dark-winged Fungus Gnat vs Horse Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark-winged Fungus Gnat | Horse Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sciara hemerobioides | Tabanus bovinus |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Mycetophilidae | Tabanidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 20-25 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Wetlands |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dark-winged Fungus Gnat
A small, dark fungus gnat with smoky wings and long slender antennae. Its larvae are known for forming spectacular marching columns of thousands of individuals.
Did You Know?
Larvae form army-like processions of thousands marching in columns across forest floors, a phenomenon called 'Heerwurm' in German.
Horse Fly
A large, stout fly with huge iridescent compound eyes that display rainbow patterns. Only females bite, using scissor-like mouthparts to slash skin and lap up blood.
Did You Know?
Horse fly eyes display stunning iridescent bands of color created by structural interference patterns, and scientists have used their anti-reflective eye structure to design better solar panels.