Common Thick-headed Fly vs Tropical Carpenter Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Thick-headed Fly | Tropical Carpenter Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sicus ferrugineus | Xylocopa latipes |
| Order | Diptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Conopidae | Apidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | South Asia, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Common Thick-headed Fly
A distinctive orange-brown fly with a disproportionately large, inflated head and a curved abdomen. It perches conspicuously on flowers waiting to intercept passing bumblebees.
Did You Know?
The parasitized bumblebee eventually dies and buries itself in the ground, where the fly larva pupates inside the bee.
Tropical Carpenter Bee
One of the largest bee species in Asia with jet-black coloring and broad wings. They produce a loud buzzing flight sound and bore into bamboo and dead timber.
Did You Know?
Their enormous size and loud buzz often cause alarm, but they are generally docile and rarely sting.