Fleck-winged Hoverfly vs Brachymeria Chalcid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fleck-winged Hoverfly | Brachymeria Chalcid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dasysyrphus albostriatus | Brachymeria intermedia |
| Order | Diptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Syrphidae | Chalcididae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | North America, Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Brachymeria Chalcid
A stocky black chalcid wasp that is a hyperparasitoid, attacking other parasitoid wasps inside their hosts. It has become a significant pupal parasitoid of the gypsy moth.
Did You Know?
It is a parasitoid that parasitizes other parasitoids, making it a hyperparasitoid with a complex trophic role.