Acrobat Ant vs Flat-footed Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Acrobat Ant | Flat-footed Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Crematogaster scutellaris | Lindneromyia dorsalis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Platypezidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Southern Europe, North Africa | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Acrobat Ant
A Mediterranean ant with a heart-shaped abdomen it raises over its thorax when alarmed. They nest in dead wood, old walls, and cork oak bark.
Did You Know?
They can raise their abdomen over their head to smear venom on attackers, earning them the name acrobat ants.
Flat-footed Fly
A tiny fly that runs in circles on leaf surfaces during its courtship display.
Did You Know?
Males perform rapid circular dances on sunlit leaves to attract mates.