Macrosoma conifera vs Northern Black Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Macrosoma conifera | Northern Black Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrosoma conifera | Simulium venustum |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Hedylidae | Simuliidae |
| Size | 28-35 mm wingspan | 2-4 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | South America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Macrosoma conifera
Small grayish-white moth-butterfly with narrow pointed wings. Inhabits forest understory and is active only at night.
Did You Know?
It possesses tympanal ears on its wings that can hear ultrasonic bat calls.
Northern Black Fly
A common biting black fly of northern forests and boreal streams. Larvae form dense colonies on submerged rocks in cold flowing water.
Did You Know?
Females can detect carbon dioxide exhaled by hosts from over 20 meters away.