Flat-footed Fly vs Australian Stiletto Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Flat-footed Fly | Australian Stiletto Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lindneromyia dorsalis | Anabarhynchus bilineatus |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Platypezidae | Therevidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 8-14 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Heathland |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Flat-footed Fly
A tiny fly that runs in circles on leaf surfaces during its courtship display.
Did You Know?
Males perform rapid circular dances on sunlit leaves to attract mates.
Australian Stiletto Fly
A slender gray stiletto fly with two pale longitudinal stripes on the thorax and a distinctly tapered abdomen. It is commonly found resting on foliage or on the ground in bushland.
Did You Know?
Australia has an exceptionally high diversity of stiletto flies, with over 500 described species in the family.