Winter Crane Fly vs Two-spotted Case-bearer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Winter Crane Fly | Two-spotted Case-bearer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trichocera annulata | Cryptocephalus bipunctatus |
| Order | Diptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Trichoceridae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 5-10 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Detritivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Winter Crane Fly
A cold-adapted crane fly that forms mating swarms in winter even in freezing weather.
Did You Know?
It can be seen dancing in aerial swarms on sunny winter days near buildings.
Two-spotted Case-bearer
A cylindrical beetle with red to orange elytra each bearing a single black spot, and a dark head and pronotum. It feeds on the leaves of various deciduous trees.
Did You Know?
The female coats each egg with fecal material before dropping it to the ground, where the larva uses this casing as the foundation for its protective case.