Pyrenean Snow Fly vs Cape Mountain Katydid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pyrenean Snow Fly | Cape Mountain Katydid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chionea belgica | Pseudosaga incerta |
| Order | Diptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Limoniidae | Tettigoniidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm body length | 40-60mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Mountains |
| Diet | Detritivores | Predators |
| Regions | Western Europe, Pyrenees, Belgium | Africa |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Vulnerable |
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.
Cape Mountain Katydid
A large predatory katydid with bold orange and blue-green warning colors. Found only on high mountain peaks in the Cape region. It is wingless and relies on chemical defenses.
Did You Know?
When threatened it curls up to display its bright warning colors and can secrete a noxious chemical from its body.