Big-headed Fly vs Chinese Tussar Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Big-headed Fly | Chinese Tussar Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pipunculus campestris | Antheraea frithi |
| Order | Diptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pipunculidae | Saturniidae |
| Size | 3-6 mm | Wingspan 100-140 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Indoors |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | China, India, Myanmar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Big-headed Fly
A small fly with an enormously enlarged, almost entirely eye-covered spherical head. It hovers in vegetation searching for leafhopper hosts in which to parasitize.
Did You Know?
Its enormous eyes give it near-360-degree vision, allowing it to spot leafhoppers from any angle while hovering.
Chinese Tussar Moth
A large wild silk moth with rich brown wings bearing four prominent transparent eyespots. It produces durable wild silk used in traditional Chinese textiles.
Did You Know?
Its cocoon silk is so tough that scissors are needed to cut it, unlike the delicate thread of domestic silkworms.