Pyrenean Snow Fly vs African Malaria Mosquito
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pyrenean Snow Fly | African Malaria Mosquito |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chionea belgica | Anopheles funestus |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Limoniidae | Culicidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm body length | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Western Europe, Pyrenees, Belgium | Africa |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Pyrenean Snow Fly
A rare wingless crane fly found on snow in the mountains of western Europe. It is smaller and darker than related snow fly species.
Did You Know?
It was first described from specimens collected in Belgium, giving it its name.
African Malaria Mosquito
A major malaria vector in sub-Saharan Africa whose larvae develop in slow-moving stream margins. Prefers shaded, vegetated water with minimal disturbance.
Did You Know?
Unlike most mosquitoes that prefer stagnant water, this species specifically breeds along slow-moving stream edges.