Long-winged Fungus Gnat vs Leucozona Hoverfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-winged Fungus Gnat | Leucozona Hoverfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrocera stigma | Leucozona leucorum |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Mycetophilidae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 10-12 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Long-winged Fungus Gnat
A delicate fungus gnat with unusually long antennae and slender patterned wings. It is often found in shaded damp woodland where it hunts small insects.
Did You Know?
Some Macrocera species have bioluminescent larvae, though less spectacularly than the cave glowworms.
Leucozona Hoverfly
A distinctive hoverfly with a white-banded abdomen found visiting flowers in damp woodland clearings. Larvae prey on aphids. One of the spring-flying hoverfly species.
Did You Know?
One of the earliest hoverflies to appear each spring, often visiting flowers while snow is still on the ground.