Fiddler Beetle vs Common Compost Hoverfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fiddler Beetle | Common Compost Hoverfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eupoecila australasiae | Syritta pipiens |
| Order | Coleoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 7-9 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Gardens |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Scavengers |
| Regions | Australia | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Fiddler Beetle
A distinctive scarab beetle with green and yellow violin-shaped markings on its back. It is commonly found in gardens across eastern Australia.
Did You Know?
The fiddle-shaped pattern on its back gives this beetle its common name.
Common Compost Hoverfly
A tiny, slender hoverfly with distinctively swollen hind femora and a darting flight pattern. It breeds in compost heaps and decaying organic matter.
Did You Know?
Males hover in sunbeams and dart sideways to intercept passing females with lightning-fast aerial maneuvers.