Lesser House Fly vs Montane Crane Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lesser House Fly | Montane Crane Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Fannia canicularis | Tipula montana |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Fanniidae | Tipulidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 12-18 mm body length |
| Habitat | Indoors | Forests |
| Diet | Scavengers | Herbivores |
| Regions | Worldwide | Europe, Northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lesser House Fly
A small greyish fly often seen flying in circles beneath ceiling lights indoors. It breeds in decaying organic matter and is a secondary forensic indicator.
Did You Know?
Males are well known for hovering in a fixed triangular flight pattern beneath indoor light fixtures.
Montane Crane Fly
A common crane fly in mountain forests and adjacent meadows. Larvae develop in damp forest soils rich in decaying leaves.
Did You Know?
Adults live only a few days, just long enough to mate and lay eggs.