Belkin's Dune Tabanid Fly vs Egyptian Conehead Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Belkin's Dune Tabanid Fly | Egyptian Conehead Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Brennania belkini | Empusa egena |
| Order | Diptera | Mantodea |
| Family | Tabanidae | Empusidae |
| Size | 1-1.5 cm | 45-60 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | United States | Egypt, Sudan, Saudi Arabia |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Belkin's Dune Tabanid Fly
A rare horse fly known only from the El Segundo sand dunes in Los Angeles County. Larvae develop in the sand and adults are seldom encountered.
Did You Know?
Most of the El Segundo dunes were destroyed to build Los Angeles International Airport.
Egyptian Conehead Mantis
A slender pale mantis found in arid regions of northeastern Africa and the Middle East. Its body coloring matches the dry, sandy environments it inhabits.
Did You Know?
It can survive in extremely arid conditions by obtaining moisture entirely from its prey.