Pyrenean Snow Fly vs Sand Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pyrenean Snow Fly | Sand Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chionea belgica | Arenivaga investigata |
| Order | Diptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Limoniidae | Corydiidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm body length | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Western Europe, Pyrenees, Belgium | North America |
| 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.
Sand Cockroach
A desert cockroach that extracts water vapor from moist sand through special mouthparts.
Did You Know?
It can absorb atmospheric water vapor at humidities as low as 83 percent.