Notch-horned Cleg vs Snow Pool Mosquito
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Notch-horned Cleg | Snow Pool Mosquito |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Haematopota pluvialis | Aedes communis |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tabanidae | Culicidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Forests |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | North America, Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Notch-horned Cleg
A grey horse fly with mottled wings that approaches silently before biting. It is one of the most common biting flies in Europe.
Did You Know?
Unlike most horse flies, the cleg approaches completely silently, landing and biting before being noticed.
Snow Pool Mosquito
A cold-adapted mosquito of boreal forests that breeds in snowmelt pools and flooded stream margins. Larvae hatch synchronously with spring thaw.
Did You Know?
Eggs require a freezing period before they can hatch, ensuring they only develop in spring.