Broad Centurion Soldier Fly vs Mediterranean Fruit Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Broad Centurion Soldier Fly | Mediterranean Fruit Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chloromyia formosa | Ceratitis capitata |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Stratiomyidae | Tephritidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Farmland |
| Diet | Detritivores | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Africa, Mediterranean, Americas, Australasia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Broad Centurion Soldier Fly
A beautiful metallic green soldier fly with a broad, flattened abdomen and coppery reflections. Males are more blue-green while females appear more coppery-bronze.
Did You Know?
Males and females are so differently colored that they were originally described as separate species.
Mediterranean Fruit Fly
A small colorful fruit fly with patterned wings and a yellowish body. It is one of the world's most destructive agricultural pests, attacking over 300 fruit species.
Did You Know?
Billions of sterile males are released annually worldwide to suppress wild populations.