Dotted Bee Fly vs Haldeman's Tumbling Flower Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dotted Bee Fly | Haldeman's Tumbling Flower Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombylius discolor | Mordella haldemani |
| Order | Diptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Bombyliidae | Mordellidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Meadows |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dotted Bee Fly
A spring-flying bee fly distinguished from its commoner relative by spotted wings and a darker fur coat. Its larvae parasitize mining bee larvae of the genus Andrena.
Did You Know?
It appears only in spring for a few weeks, closely tracking the flight season of its specific Andrena bee hosts.
Haldeman's Tumbling Flower Beetle
A small black tumbling flower beetle found in eastern North America. It is commonly seen on composite flowers in summer meadows.
Did You Know?
Its spine-tipped abdomen acts as a spring-loaded lever that launches the beetle into the air when disturbed.