Alpine Marsh Fly vs Eupeodes Hoverfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Alpine Marsh Fly | Eupeodes Hoverfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Elgiva solicita | Eupeodes corollae |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Sciomyzidae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm body length | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Meadows | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Alps | Europe, Asia, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Alpine Marsh Fly
A snail-killing fly of wet alpine meadows and bogs. Its larvae are specialist predators of aquatic snails.
Did You Know?
Each larva can consume multiple snails during its development.
Eupeodes Hoverfly
A common small hoverfly with variable yellow comma-shaped markings on the abdomen. It is a migratory species and important aphid predator.
Did You Know?
It migrates in huge numbers from southern Europe northward each spring alongside painted lady butterflies.