Australian Beefly Robber vs Soldier Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Australian Beefly Robber | Soldier Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blepharotes coriarius | Cantharis livida |
| Order | Diptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Asilidae | Cantharidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | 11-14 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Hedgerows |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Australia | Europe |
| 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.
Soldier Beetle
A soft-bodied beetle with orange-yellow elytra and a dark head. Adults are commonly seen on flower heads hunting small insects.
Did You Know?
They are sometimes called 'hogweed bonking beetles' due to mating pairs commonly seen on hogweed flowers.