Bumblebee-mimicking Tachinid vs California Web Spinner
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bumblebee-mimicking Tachinid | California Web Spinner |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Jurinia frontalis | Oligotoma moestum |
| Order | Diptera | Embioptera |
| Family | Tachinidae | Oligotomidae |
| Size | 14-18 mm | 7.0-10.0 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Gardens |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | North America, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Bumblebee-mimicking Tachinid
A large, furry tachinid fly that closely mimics a bumblebee with its dense covering of orange and black hairs. It is one of the hairiest of all tachinid flies.
Did You Know?
Unlike most tachinids that parasitize caterpillars, this species targets wood-boring beetle larvae.
California Web Spinner
A small introduced web spinner now established in California and other warm parts of the United States. It is commonly found in gardens and around buildings.
Did You Know?
This species was accidentally introduced to the Americas and is now one of the few web spinners most North Americans ever encounter.