Christmas Island Blue Crab Fly vs March Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Christmas Island Blue Crab Fly | March Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Paramyia nitens | Bibio marci |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Phoridae | Bibionidae |
| Size | 2-4 mm | 10-13 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Christmas Island | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Christmas Island Blue Crab Fly
A tiny fly found on Christmas Island in the Indian Ocean associated with red crab migrations. It lays eggs on injured or dead crabs.
Did You Know?
During the annual red crab migration, these flies congregate in vast swarms along forest trails.
March Fly
A common black fly that swarms in large numbers around Saint Marks Day in April.
Did You Know?
Mating pairs fly joined together with the smaller male dangling beneath the female.