Log Miner Midge vs Giant Net-Winged Midge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Log Miner Midge | Giant Net-Winged Midge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stenochironomus hilaris | Bibiocephala grandis |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Chironomidae | Blephariceridae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Mountains |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Log Miner Midge
A wood-mining chironomid whose larvae bore into submerged decaying logs in streams. Larvae create visible galleries beneath the bark of waterlogged timber.
Did You Know?
It is one of very few insects whose larvae can digest submerged waterlogged wood.
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.