Long-legged Fly vs Carolina Walkingstick
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-legged Fly | Carolina Walkingstick |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dolichopus ungulatus | Diapheromera carolina |
| Order | Diptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Dolichopodidae | Diapheromeridae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 6-9 cm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | United States (Southeastern) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Long-legged Fly
A small, slender fly with a brilliant metallic green body and long, thin legs. Males have modified leg structures used in elaborate courtship displays performed on leaves.
Did You Know?
Male long-legged flies perform an elaborate wing-waving courtship dance on sunlit leaves, displaying silvery wing patches to watching females like tiny semaphore signals.
Carolina Walkingstick
A walkingstick found in the southeastern United States, closely related to the northern walkingstick. It prefers warmer, more humid habitats.
Did You Know?
It is sometimes difficult to distinguish from Diapheromera femorata without examining genitalic structures.