Mountain Midge vs Canary Islands Large White Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mountain Midge | Canary Islands Large White Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Deuterophlebia coloradensis | Pieris cheiranthi |
| Order | Diptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Deuterophlebiidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 55-65 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Canary Islands |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Mountain Midge
A tiny midge whose larvae cling to rocks in fast-flowing alpine streams with suction discs.
Did You Know?
Adults have bizarre fan-shaped wings that are useless for flight.
Canary Islands Large White Butterfly
A large white butterfly endemic to the Canary Islands with prominent dark wing markings. It is found in laurel forests on several islands.
Did You Know?
It is restricted to shrinking patches of ancient laurel forest that once covered much of Europe.