Dingy Footman Moth vs Orthoclad Stream Midge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dingy Footman Moth | Orthoclad Stream Midge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eilema griseola | Orthocladius oblidens |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Chironomidae |
| Size | 31-37 mm wingspan | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dingy Footman Moth
A small pale straw-yellow moth with slightly darker forewing edges. It rests flat-winged unlike many other footman moths.
Did You Know?
Despite being called 'dingy', fresh specimens are actually a rather attractive pale gold color.
Orthoclad Stream Midge
A small non-biting midge typical of cold running water habitats. Larvae build silk tubes on stone surfaces in stream riffles.
Did You Know?
Orthocladiinae midges are often the most species-rich insect group in pristine mountain streams.