Australian Hoverfly vs Northern White-faced Darter
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Australian Hoverfly | Northern White-faced Darter |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Simosyrphus grandicornis | Leucorrhinia rubicunda |
| Order | Diptera | Odonata |
| Family | Syrphidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 8-11 mm | 30-38 mm body length |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Australia, New Zealand, Southeast Asia | Scandinavia, Finland, northern Russia, Siberia, subarctic Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Australian Hoverfly
A common Australian hoverfly with orange-yellow markings on a dark abdomen. It is an important pollinator and aphid predator in Australian agriculture.
Did You Know?
It is the most commonly encountered hoverfly species across mainland Australia.
Northern White-faced Darter
A small dragonfly with a dark body, white face, and reddish markings on the abdomen. Males are more brightly colored than females. It breeds in boggy pools surrounded by sphagnum moss in boreal forests.
Did You Know?
Males defend their territory over bog pools with an aggressive aerial display, chasing away rival males and even other dragonfly species.