Horn-faced Marsh Fly vs Migratory Locust
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Horn-faced Marsh Fly | Migratory Locust |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dictya umbrarum | Locusta migratoria |
| Order | Diptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Sciomyzidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 35-55 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Wetlands |
| Diet | Detritivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Africa, Asia, Europe, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Horn-faced Marsh Fly
A small yellowish marsh fly with patterned wings and prominent facial ridges. Larvae feed on decomposing aquatic snails in shallow wetland habitats.
Did You Know?
Sciomyzid flies are the only family of Diptera in which the larvae are obligate associates of mollusks.
Migratory Locust
The most widespread locust species in the world, found across Africa, Asia, and Oceania. It exhibits dramatic phase polyphenism between solitary and gregarious forms.
Did You Know?
Solitary and gregarious phase migratory locusts differ so dramatically in color, shape, and behavior that they were once classified as separate species.