Botany Bay Diamond Weevil vs Mountain Long-legged Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Botany Bay Diamond Weevil | Mountain Long-legged Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysolopus spectabilis | Dolichopus alpinus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Dolichopodidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm | 4-6 mm body length |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Meadows |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Australia | Alps, Central European mountains |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Botany Bay Diamond Weevil
A large weevil covered in brilliant pale green scales with black diamond-shaped patches. It was one of the first Australian insects described by European science.
Did You Know?
It was collected by Joseph Banks during Captain Cook's first voyage to Australia in 1770.
Mountain Long-legged Fly
A metallic green fly with long legs found in damp alpine meadows. Males perform elaborate courtship displays using their ornamental leg scales.
Did You Know?
Males wave their decorated legs like flags during courtship to impress females.