Rain Fly vs Tanypod Predatory Midge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rain Fly | Tanypod Predatory Midge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Haematopota crassicornis | Tanypus punctipennis |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tabanidae | Chironomidae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 4-7 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Central Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Rain Fly
A medium-sized cleg with mottled grey wings and iridescent green eyes. It is most active in humid overcast weather before thunderstorms.
Did You Know?
Its activity increases dramatically before rainstorms, hence the common name 'rain fly'.
Tanypod Predatory Midge
A predatory midge whose larvae hunt other small invertebrates in soft sediments. Adults have distinctively spotted wings.
Did You Know?
Unlike most chironomids, Tanypodinae larvae are active predators with retractable head capsules for striking at prey.