Australian Beefly Robber vs Plain-faced Dronefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Australian Beefly Robber | Plain-faced Dronefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blepharotes coriarius | Eristalis arbustorum |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Asilidae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | 9-11 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Gardens |
| Diet | Predators | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | Europe, North America, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Australian Beefly Robber
Australia's largest robber fly, heavily built with a dense covering of dark hair. It is a powerful predator capable of taking large beetles.
Did You Know?
It is so large and powerful that it has been observed catching and eating cicadas.
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.