Common Stiletto Fly vs Oriental Fruit Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Stiletto Fly | Oriental Fruit Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thereva nobilitata | Bactrocera dorsalis |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Therevidae | Tephritidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 6-8 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Asia, Africa, Pacific Islands |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common Stiletto Fly
A slender, densely hairy fly with a pointed abdomen and silvery-white body hairs. Adults bask on sunlit leaves and bare ground, making short rapid flights when approached.
Did You Know?
Stiletto fly larvae are important biological control agents, feeding on root-eating pest larvae in sandy soils.
Oriental Fruit Fly
A highly polyphagous tropical fruit fly attacking over 400 host plant species. It is one of the most economically damaging invasive insects worldwide.
Did You Know?
It attacks more host plant species than any other fruit fly, with over 400 recorded hosts.