Silvius Horse Fly vs Montane Crane Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Silvius Horse Fly | Montane Crane Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Silvius alpinus | Tipula montana |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tabanidae | Tipulidae |
| Size | 8-11 mm | 12-18 mm body length |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Central and Southern Europe | Europe, Northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Silvius Horse Fly
A small brownish horse fly found in mountain forests and alpine meadows. It is one of the few horse flies adapted to high-altitude habitats.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few horse fly species that thrives at altitudes above 1500 meters.
Montane Crane Fly
A common crane fly in mountain forests and adjacent meadows. Larvae develop in damp forest soils rich in decaying leaves.
Did You Know?
Adults live only a few days, just long enough to mate and lay eggs.