Twin-lobed Deer Fly vs Giant Net-Winged Midge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Twin-lobed Deer Fly | Giant Net-Winged Midge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysops relictus | Bibiocephala grandis |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tabanidae | Blephariceridae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Mountains |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Giant Net-Winged Midge
The largest net-winged midge in North America, found in powerful western mountain torrents. Larvae have six robust suction discs for gripping wet rock.
Did You Know?
At up to 15 mm, it is a giant among net-winged midges, most of which are under 8 mm.