Bristly Tachinid vs Golden-backed Snipe Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bristly Tachinid | Golden-backed Snipe Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epalpus signifer | Chrysopilus thoracicus |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tachinidae | Rhagionidae |
| Size | 6-10 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasites | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Bristly Tachinid
A bristly gray parasitic fly found across North America. It parasitizes a wide range of caterpillars including armyworms and cutworms.
Did You Know?
Females scatter tiny eggs on foliage, which are then accidentally swallowed by feeding caterpillars.
Golden-backed Snipe Fly
A striking fly with golden thoracic hairs and dark wings that rests head-down on foliage. Larvae are predators in soil and leaf litter.
Did You Know?
It characteristically rests on vegetation with its head pointed downward, ready to pounce on passing prey.