American Hoverfly vs Delhi Sands Flower-loving Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | American Hoverfly | Delhi Sands Flower-loving Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eupeodes americanus | Rhaphiomidas terminatus abdominalis |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Syrphidae | Mydidae |
| Size | 8-11 mm | 2.5-3.5 cm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
American Hoverfly
A widespread North American hoverfly with yellow and black markings. Larvae are voracious aphid predators in crop fields.
Did You Know?
A single larva can consume several hundred aphids before pupating.
Delhi Sands Flower-loving Fly
A large flower fly endemic to the Delhi Sands area of San Bernardino County, California. It was the first fly to be listed under the U.S. Endangered Species Act.
Did You Know?
Listing this fly in 1993 caused controversy when it delayed construction of a hospital in its habitat.