Giant Western Crane Fly vs Narcissus Bulb Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Western Crane Fly | Narcissus Bulb Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Holorusia hespera | Merodon equestris |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tipulidae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 35-45 mm body length | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Underground |
| Diet | Detritivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Western North America | Europe, North America (introduced), Oceania (introduced) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Giant Western Crane Fly
North America's largest crane fly with a wingspan approaching 80 mm. It inhabits mossy stream banks in western mountain forests.
Did You Know?
It is the largest fly in North America and one of the largest true flies in the world.
Narcissus Bulb Fly
A bumble bee-mimicking hoverfly that comes in multiple color forms matching different bumblebee species. Its larvae bore into and destroy daffodil and narcissus bulbs.
Did You Know?
It exists in multiple color forms, each mimicking a different bumblebee species found in the same habitat.