Bumblebee-mimicking Tachinid vs Glacier Black Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bumblebee-mimicking Tachinid | Glacier Black Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Jurinia frontalis | Prosimulium alpestre |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tachinidae | Simuliidae |
| Size | 14-18 mm | 2-4 mm body length |
| Habitat | Mountains | Mountains |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Alps, Northern Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Glacier Black Fly
A small black fly whose larvae develop in fast-flowing alpine streams. Adults are among the earliest insects active after snowmelt.
Did You Know?
Larvae anchor themselves to rocks in torrential currents using silk pads and tiny hooks.