Face Fly vs Algerian Desert Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Face Fly | Algerian Desert Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Musca autumnalis | Eremiaphila denticornis |
| Order | Diptera | Mantodea |
| Family | Muscidae | Eremiaphilidae |
| Size | 7-8 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Algeria, Morocco |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Face Fly
A non-biting muscid fly that feeds on secretions around the eyes and nose of cattle. It is a mechanical vector of the cattle pinkeye pathogen Moraxella bovis.
Did You Know?
It enters homes in large numbers each autumn to overwinter, hence the name autumnalis.
Algerian Desert Mantis
A robust desert mantis with toothed antennae found in the rocky deserts of Algeria. It is among the larger species in the family.
Did You Know?
Its antennae have small tooth-like projections that are unique among desert mantises.