Asian Tiger Mosquito vs Plain-faced Dronefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Asian Tiger Mosquito | Plain-faced Dronefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aedes albopictus | Eristalis arbustorum |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Culicidae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 9-11 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Gardens |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, Americas, Europe, Africa | Europe, North America, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Asian Tiger Mosquito
A striking black mosquito with a single white stripe down the thorax and banded legs. It is a highly invasive species spreading rapidly worldwide.
Did You Know?
It spread globally through the used tire trade, breeding in water collected inside tires.
Plain-faced Dronefly
A small, dark dronefly with a distinctive bare facial stripe. It is one of the most common hoverflies visiting garden flowers in summer.
Did You Know?
It can be distinguished from other droneflies by the shiny, hairless stripe down the center of its face.