Deer Fly (Chrysops) vs Snow Pool Mosquito
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Deer Fly (Chrysops) | Snow Pool Mosquito |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysops silacea | Aedes communis |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tabanidae | Culicidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | West and Central Africa, Congo Basin | North America, Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Deer Fly (Chrysops)
A medium-sized fly with striking patterned wings and bright green eyes. It is the primary vector of Loa loa, the African eyeworm, in the rainforests of West and Central Africa. It bites during the day, especially around the forest canopy.
Did You Know?
The Loa loa worm it transmits can sometimes be seen migrating across the white of the eye, earning it the name 'African eyeworm'.
Snow Pool Mosquito
A cold-adapted mosquito of boreal forests that breeds in snowmelt pools and flooded stream margins. Larvae hatch synchronously with spring thaw.
Did You Know?
Eggs require a freezing period before they can hatch, ensuring they only develop in spring.