Daffodil Aphodius vs Giant Tachinid Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Daffodil Aphodius | Giant Tachinid Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aphodius fossor | Tachina grossa |
| Order | Coleoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Tachinidae |
| Size | 9-13 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Heathland |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Daffodil Aphodius
A large, entirely shiny black dweller dung beetle with a convex, robust body. Despite being classified as a dweller, it also makes shallow burrows beneath dung. One of the earliest spring-active dung beetles in Europe.
Did You Know?
It is one of the first dung beetles to appear in spring, sometimes emerging while snow is still on the ground.
Giant Tachinid Fly
The largest tachinid fly in Europe, covered in dense black bristles. It parasitizes large moth caterpillars and is often seen on flowers in late summer.
Did You Know?
Despite its intimidating bee-like appearance, it is completely harmless to humans.