Desert Honeybee vs Spine-legged Robber Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Desert Honeybee | Spine-legged Robber Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Apis mellifera jemenitica | Diogmites angustipennis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Apidae | Asilidae |
| Size | 10-13 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Africa, Middle East | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Desert Honeybee
A small, heat-tolerant subspecies of honeybee native to the deserts of Africa and Arabia. It can forage at temperatures that would ground other bee subspecies.
Did You Know?
It is highly resistant to the Varroa mite, making it a valuable genetic resource for beekeeping worldwide.
Spine-legged Robber Fly
A slender amber-colored robber fly with conspicuously spined legs. It hunts from the ground in open sandy or rocky areas.
Did You Know?
Its heavily spined legs form a basket-like cage to trap prey in mid-air.