Montane Crane Fly vs Walnut Husk Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Montane Crane Fly | Walnut Husk Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tipula montana | Rhagoletis completa |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tipulidae | Tephritidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm body length | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Orchards |
| Diet | Herbivores | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | North America, Southern Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Montane Crane Fly
A common crane fly in mountain forests and adjacent meadows. Larvae develop in damp forest soils rich in decaying leaves.
Did You Know?
Adults live only a few days, just long enough to mate and lay eggs.
Walnut Husk Fly
A fruit fly whose larvae feed inside walnut husks, staining and damaging the nuts. It has become an invasive pest in European walnut-growing regions.
Did You Know?
Larval feeding stains walnut shells black, making them unmarketable even though the nut inside may be fine.