Long-Palped Crane Fly vs Eye Gnat
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-Palped Crane Fly | Eye Gnat |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dicranota bimaculata | Liohippelates pusio |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Pediciidae | Chloropidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 1.5-2.5 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Southern United States, Central America, Caribbean |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Long-Palped Crane Fly
A short-bodied crane fly whose predatory larvae inhabit gravel beds of clean streams. Larvae are active hunters among cobble interstices.
Did You Know?
Unlike most crane fly larvae, this species is an active predator rather than a detritivore.
Eye Gnat
A tiny, shiny black fly attracted to eye and wound secretions of humans and animals. It is a suspected mechanical vector of bacterial conjunctivitis and yaws in tropical regions. Its persistent swarming around the face makes it an extremely annoying pest in agricultural areas.
Did You Know?
These flies are so strongly attracted to eye secretions that they will persistently return to a person's face even after being brushed away dozens of times.