Inland Floodwater Mosquito vs Green-eyed Hooktail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Inland Floodwater Mosquito | Green-eyed Hooktail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aedes vexans | Paragomphus genei |
| Order | Diptera | Odonata |
| Family | Culicidae | Gomphidae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 40-48 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Worldwide except Antarctica | Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Inland Floodwater Mosquito
One of the most widespread and abundant mosquitoes globally, with a brownish body and narrow white bands on the hind tarsi. It is a major nuisance pest that emerges in massive numbers after flooding or heavy rains. It is a competent vector of Rift Valley fever virus and various encephalitis viruses.
Did You Know?
Its eggs can remain dormant in dry soil for years, hatching simultaneously after flooding to produce enormous swarms.
Green-eyed Hooktail
An African clubtail with bright green eyes and hooked male appendages. It is found along rivers and streams throughout sub-Saharan Africa.
Did You Know?
Its bright green eyes are unusually vivid among gomphids, which typically have duller eye colors.