Copper-Bottom Blow Fly vs Eupeodes Hoverfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Copper-Bottom Blow Fly | Eupeodes Hoverfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lucilia cuprina | Eupeodes corollae |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Calliphoridae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 9-13 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Carrion Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Australia, South Africa, Asia | Europe, Asia, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Copper-Bottom Blow Fly
A metallic green-gold blow fly that is the most destructive cause of sheep blowfly strike in Australia and South Africa. Females lay eggs in soiled wool, and larvae burrow into the skin, causing severe tissue destruction. It has developed resistance to multiple insecticides used for livestock protection.
Did You Know?
Australia loses over 170 million dollars annually to sheep blowfly strike caused by this species.
Eupeodes Hoverfly
A common small hoverfly with variable yellow comma-shaped markings on the abdomen. It is a migratory species and important aphid predator.
Did You Know?
It migrates in huge numbers from southern Europe northward each spring alongside painted lady butterflies.