Long-cerci Dipluran vs Sand Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-cerci Dipluran | Sand Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Litocampa henroti | Phlebotomus papatasi |
| Order | Diplura | Diptera |
| Family | Campodeidae | Psychodidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Caves |
| Diet | Omnivores | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | France, Spain | Africa, Asia, Europe |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Long-cerci Dipluran
A troglophilic dipluran known from caves in western Europe. It has remarkably long cerci used for detecting vibrations in cave environments.
Did You Know?
Its cerci can be nearly as long as the rest of its body.
Sand Fly
A tiny, hairy, yellowish fly with large dark eyes and wings held in a V-shape above the body. Females feed on blood and are the primary vectors of leishmaniasis in the Old World.
Did You Know?
Sand flies are so small they can pass through standard mosquito netting, and they fly in short silent hops rather than sustained buzzing flight.