Southeast Asian Malaria Mosquito vs Dotted Bee Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Southeast Asian Malaria Mosquito | Dotted Bee Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anopheles dirus | Bombylius discolor |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Culicidae | Bombyliidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Myanmar | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Southeast Asian Malaria Mosquito
A forest-dwelling mosquito with dark wings and a strong preference for biting humans. It is the primary malaria vector in forested areas of Southeast Asia. It breeds in small, shaded pools such as animal footprints and gem-mining pits in the jungle.
Did You Know?
It bites early in the evening outdoors, making bed nets less effective against this species.
Dotted Bee Fly
A spring-flying bee fly distinguished from its commoner relative by spotted wings and a darker fur coat. Its larvae parasitize mining bee larvae of the genus Andrena.
Did You Know?
It appears only in spring for a few weeks, closely tracking the flight season of its specific Andrena bee hosts.