Fulvus Driver Ant vs Giant Net-Winged Midge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fulvus Driver Ant | Giant Net-Winged Midge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dorylus fulvus | Bibiocephala grandis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Dorylidae | Blephariceridae |
| Size | 3-12 mm | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Mountains |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | West Africa (Senegal, Guinea, Ghana, Nigeria, Ivory Coast) | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Fulvus Driver Ant
A predominantly subterranean driver ant species with yellowish-brown coloration. Unlike some congeners, it rarely forms above-ground raiding columns. Colonies construct extensive underground tunnel networks.
Did You Know?
This species is sometimes called the 'blind ant' because workers have completely lost their eyes during evolution.
Giant Net-Winged Midge
The largest net-winged midge in North America, found in powerful western mountain torrents. Larvae have six robust suction discs for gripping wet rock.
Did You Know?
At up to 15 mm, it is a giant among net-winged midges, most of which are under 8 mm.