Ochraceum Black Fly vs Dewy Ringlet
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ochraceum Black Fly | Dewy Ringlet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Simulium ochraceum | Erebia pandrose |
| Order | Diptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Simuliidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 1.5-3 mm | 34-42 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Mountains |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Mexico, Guatemala, southern Mexico, Central America | Europe, Scandinavia, Urals |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ochraceum Black Fly
A small orangish-brown black fly that is the principal vector of onchocerciasis in Central America and southern Mexico. It breeds in small, fast-running mountain streams. Biting activity peaks in the early morning and late afternoon in coffee-growing regions.
Did You Know?
The Americas are close to eliminating onchocerciasis thanks to mass ivermectin distribution targeting this vector's parasite.
Dewy Ringlet
A widespread alpine ringlet with grayish-brown wings and small eyespots. It is found across many mountain ranges from Scandinavia to the Balkans.
Did You Know?
It is the most widespread alpine ringlet species in Europe.