Owl Midge vs Japanese Mantidfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Owl Midge | Japanese Mantidfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Clogmia albipunctata | Mantispa japonica |
| Order | Diptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Psychodidae | Mantispidae |
| Size | 2-5 mm | 18-25 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Cosmopolitan | Japan, Korea, Eastern China |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Owl Midge
A small fuzzy moth-like fly found in bathrooms and drains worldwide. Its larvae feed on gelatinous films of bacteria inside drainage pipes.
Did You Know?
Despite living in unsanitary conditions, it is not known to transmit any diseases to humans.
Japanese Mantidfly
An East Asian mantidfly found in woodlands across Japan and Korea. Recognized by its amber-tinted wings and stout raptorial legs.
Did You Know?
In Japan it is called 'kamakiri-modoki' meaning 'mantis look-alike' due to its praying mantis resemblance.