Mountain Net-Winged Midge vs Ornate Soldier Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mountain Net-Winged Midge | Ornate Soldier Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blepharicera capitata | Odontomyia ornata |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Blephariceridae | Stratiomyidae |
| Size | 7-11 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mountain Net-Winged Midge
A large net-winged midge of Appalachian mountain streams. Larvae require extremely clean, well-oxygenated water flowing over smooth bedrock.
Did You Know?
Females of some Blepharicera species are predatory on other small flies, catching them with their raptorial mouthparts.
Ornate Soldier Fly
A medium-sized soldier fly with a green and black patterned abdomen and a somewhat flattened body. Adults are sluggish fliers often found basking on waterside vegetation.
Did You Know?
Its aquatic larvae have a unique hydrophobic tail fringe that acts as a breathing snorkel at the water surface.