Giant Net-Winged Midge vs Elegant Bark Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Net-Winged Midge | Elegant Bark Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bibiocephala grandis | Amorphoscelis elegans |
| Order | Diptera | Mantodea |
| Family | Blephariceridae | Amorphoscelidae |
| Size | 10-15 mm | 15-22 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Ivory Coast, Guinea, Sierra Leone |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
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.
Elegant Bark Mantis
A delicate bark mantis from West Africa with fine, elegant body proportions. It is one of the more gracefully built species in the family.
Did You Know?
Its slender, graceful build is unusual for bark mantises, which are typically stocky and flat.