American Hoverfly vs Giant Western Crane Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | American Hoverfly | Giant Western Crane Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eupeodes americanus | Holorusia hespera |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Syrphidae | Tipulidae |
| Size | 8-11 mm | 35-45 mm body length |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Detritivores |
| Regions | North America | Western North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Giant Western Crane Fly
North America's largest crane fly with a wingspan approaching 80 mm. It inhabits mossy stream banks in western mountain forests.
Did You Know?
It is the largest fly in North America and one of the largest true flies in the world.