Eupeodes Hoverfly vs Golden Dung Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Eupeodes Hoverfly | Golden Dung Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eupeodes corollae | Scathophaga stercoraria |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Syrphidae | Scathophagidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North Africa | Europe, Asia, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Eupeodes Hoverfly
A common small hoverfly with variable yellow comma-shaped markings on the abdomen. It is a migratory species and important aphid predator.
Did You Know?
It migrates in huge numbers from southern Europe northward each spring alongside painted lady butterflies.
Golden Dung Fly
A common furry yellow fly that gathers on fresh cow dung to mate and hunt.
Did You Know?
Males are fiercely competitive and wrestle each other for access to females on dung pats.