Face Fly vs Mountain Long-legged Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Face Fly | Mountain Long-legged Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Musca autumnalis | Dolichopus alpinus |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Muscidae | Dolichopodidae |
| Size | 7-8 mm | 4-6 mm body length |
| Habitat | Farmland | Meadows |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Alps, Central European mountains |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Face Fly
A non-biting muscid fly that feeds on secretions around the eyes and nose of cattle. It is a mechanical vector of the cattle pinkeye pathogen Moraxella bovis.
Did You Know?
It enters homes in large numbers each autumn to overwinter, hence the name autumnalis.
Mountain Long-legged Fly
A metallic green fly with long legs found in damp alpine meadows. Males perform elaborate courtship displays using their ornamental leg scales.
Did You Know?
Males wave their decorated legs like flags during courtship to impress females.