Ochraceum Black Fly vs Fluted Cape Stag Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ochraceum Black Fly | Fluted Cape Stag Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Simulium ochraceum | Colophon primosi |
| Order | Diptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Simuliidae | Lucanidae |
| Size | 1.5-3 mm | 18-28 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Mountains |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Mexico, Guatemala, southern Mexico, Central America | South Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
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.
Fluted Cape Stag Beetle
A small, flightless, dark brown stag beetle restricted to a single mountain in the Cape region of South Africa. Males have short, broad mandibles with a single inner tooth. It is threatened by illegal collecting and climate change.
Did You Know?
Illegal collecting of Colophon species for the lucrative insect trade has led to CITES protection for the entire genus.