Cylindrical Tachinid vs Woodland Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cylindrical Tachinid | Woodland Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cylindromyia brassicaria | Omocestus rufipes |
| Order | Diptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Tachinidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 13-22mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Heathland |
| Diet | Parasites | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| 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.
Woodland Grasshopper
A small dark grasshopper with a distinctive red-tipped abdomen in both sexes. Found in warm sheltered spots.
Did You Know?
Identified by its red-tipped abdomen which is visible even when the grasshopper is hopping away from you.