Intermedia Sandfly vs Mountain Fungus Gnat
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Intermedia Sandfly | Mountain Fungus Gnat |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lutzomyia intermedia | Boletina alpina |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Psychodidae | Mycetophilidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 4-6 mm body length |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Southeastern Brazil | Northern Europe, Alps |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Intermedia Sandfly
A tiny sandfly found in southeastern Brazil that is a major vector of cutaneous leishmaniasis in Atlantic Forest regions. It thrives in peridomestic environments near deforested areas and is attracted to light. It is most active during humid nights near forest remnants.
Did You Know?
Deforestation of the Atlantic Forest has brought this sandfly into closer contact with humans, increasing leishmaniasis cases.
Mountain Fungus Gnat
A delicate, long-legged gnat found in damp montane forests. Larvae develop in fungi and decaying wood at high elevations.
Did You Know?
Some fungus gnats produce bioluminescent larvae, though this species does not.