Owl Midge vs White-banded Hoverfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Owl Midge | White-banded Hoverfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Clogmia albipunctata | Leucozona lucorum |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Psychodidae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 2-5 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Cosmopolitan | Europe, Asia |
| 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.
White-banded Hoverfly
A dark hoverfly with a broad white band across the abdomen. It is associated with shaded habitats and visits white umbelliferous flowers.
Did You Know?
Its larvae are predators of aphids found on low-growing vegetation in shaded woodland.