Southern Net-Winged Midge vs Senegalese Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Southern Net-Winged Midge | Senegalese Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blepharicera cherokea | Oedaleus senegalensis |
| Order | Diptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Blephariceridae | Acrididae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 20-30 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | West Africa, Sahel region |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Southern Net-Winged Midge
A net-winged midge endemic to southern Appalachian mountain streams. Larvae graze diatoms from smooth rock faces in fast cascades.
Did You Know?
Each suction disc on the larva generates enough force to support the entire body against rushing water.
Senegalese Grasshopper
A small to medium grasshopper with an X-shaped marking on the pronotum and blue hindwings. It is an important crop pest across the Sahel.
Did You Know?
After good rains in the Sahel, populations can explode so rapidly that they cause significant damage to millet crops within days.