Fleck-winged Hoverfly vs Bluebottle Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fleck-winged Hoverfly | Bluebottle Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dasysyrphus albostriatus | Calliphora vicina |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Syrphidae | Calliphoridae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 10-12 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Carrion Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Fleck-winged Hoverfly
A woodland hoverfly with white crescent markings on a dark abdomen. It is one of the earliest hoverflies to appear in spring.
Did You Know?
It is sometimes called the white-striped hoverfly because of the distinctive pale marks on its dark abdomen.
Bluebottle Fly
A common metallic blue blowfly found in urban areas worldwide. Breeds in dead pigeons, rodents and meat. An important species in forensic entomology for estimating time of death.
Did You Know?
One of the most important forensic indicator species, helping police estimate time of death from larval development stage.