Oriental Fruit Fly vs Glacier Midge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oriental Fruit Fly | Glacier Midge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bactrocera dorsalis | Diamesa steinboecki |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tephritidae | Chironomidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | Asia, Africa, Pacific Islands | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Oriental Fruit Fly
A highly polyphagous tropical fruit fly attacking over 400 host plant species. It is one of the most economically damaging invasive insects worldwide.
Did You Know?
It attacks more host plant species than any other fruit fly, with over 400 recorded hosts.
Glacier Midge
A remarkable midge that completes its entire life cycle in glacial streams at temperatures near 0C. Represents one of the coldest habitats inhabited by any insect.
Did You Know?
This midge lives its entire life in water barely above freezing — its larvae graze algae on glacier surfaces where temperatures hover around 0C year-round.