Cylindrical Tachinid vs Australian Hoverfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cylindrical Tachinid | Australian Hoverfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cylindromyia brassicaria | Simosyrphus grandicornis |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tachinidae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 8-11 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Farmland |
| Diet | Parasites | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Australia, New Zealand, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cylindrical Tachinid
A slender, wasp-like parasitic fly with a narrow cylindrical abdomen. Parasitizes shieldbugs by laying eggs directly onto the host. Found in warm, flower-rich habitats.
Did You Know?
Its wasp-like appearance is a remarkable case of mimicry in a group of true flies.
Australian Hoverfly
A common Australian hoverfly with orange-yellow markings on a dark abdomen. It is an important pollinator and aphid predator in Australian agriculture.
Did You Know?
It is the most commonly encountered hoverfly species across mainland Australia.