Eastern Net-Winged Midge vs Common House Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Eastern Net-Winged Midge | Common House Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blepharicera tenuipes | Musca domestica |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Blephariceridae | Muscidae |
| Size | 6-10 mm | 6-9 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Underground |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Eastern Net-Winged Midge
A net-winged midge whose larvae cling to rocks in the fastest torrents using ventral suction discs. Adults have characteristically divided wings.
Did You Know?
Larvae can maintain their grip on rocks in currents exceeding two meters per second using six suction cups.
Common House Fly
One of the most widely distributed insects on Earth. Can taste with their feet, which have chemoreceptors. Capable of rapid reproduction with complete lifecycle in 7-10 days.
Did You Know?
House flies taste with their feet — they have over 100 taste receptors on each foot and can detect sugar just by landing on a surface.