Fleck-winged Hoverfly vs Natal Fruit Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fleck-winged Hoverfly | Natal Fruit Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dasysyrphus albostriatus | Ceratitis rosa |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Syrphidae | Tephritidae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Orchards |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Sub-Saharan Africa, Indian Ocean Islands |
| 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.
Natal Fruit Fly
A colorful African fruit fly closely related to the Mediterranean fruit fly. It attacks tropical and subtropical fruits across sub-Saharan Africa.
Did You Know?
It prefers cooler, higher-altitude habitats than the medfly, occupying a complementary niche in Africa.