Round-winged Muslin Moth vs Twin-lobed Deer Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Round-winged Muslin Moth | Twin-lobed Deer Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thumatha senex | Chrysops relictus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Tabanidae |
| Size | 18-24 mm wingspan | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Wetlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Europe, Northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Round-winged Muslin Moth
A tiny moth with rounded translucent whitish wings marked with faint grey spots. It is among the smallest of the footman moths in Europe.
Did You Know?
Its translucent wings are so thin that text can be read through them.
Twin-lobed Deer Fly
A golden-green eyed deer fly with distinctive dark wing markings. It breeds in peaty wetlands and bogs across northern regions.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most common biting flies encountered in northern European bogs.