Mountain Midge vs Long-tailed Dance Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mountain Midge | Long-tailed Dance Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Deuterophlebia coloradensis | Rhamphomyia longicauda |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Deuterophlebiidae | Empididae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 5-8mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Long-tailed Dance Fly
A small dark fly where females inflate their legs with air to appear larger during mating swarms. Males present nuptial gifts.
Did You Know?
Females inflate their legs with air bubbles to look larger and more impressive to choosy males in mating swarms.