Insect
Mosquito
The tiny insect with an outsized impact
Order Diptera
Diptera is a taxonomic order in the class Insecta. Global Animal Guide profiles 2 of its members: Mosquito and Housefly. The table compares them using the figures on each profile.
Diptera species compared
| Animal | Weight | Length | Top speed | Lifespan | Native to | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mosquito Culicidae | 0 g | 1 cm | 3 km/h | 0.1 yrs | Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, South America, Oceania | Least Concern |
| Housefly Musca domestica | 0 g | 1 cm | 8 km/h | 1 yrs | Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, South America, Oceania | Least Concern |
Figures are typical adult maxima from each profile; follow a profile for ranges, sources and context.
