Eastern Net-Winged Midge vs High-altitude Midge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Eastern Net-Winged Midge | High-altitude Midge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blepharicera tenuipes | Diamesa latitarsis |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Blephariceridae | Chironomidae |
| Size | 6-10 mm | 2-4 mm body length |
| Habitat | Mountains | Mountains |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Alps, Carpathians, Scandinavia |
| 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.
High-altitude Midge
A small, dark midge whose larvae inhabit the coldest alpine streams. It has unusually broad tarsi adapted for walking on wet rocks.
Did You Know?
Its broad feet allow it to grip wet rocks in fast-flowing glacial streams.