Golden-backed Snipe Fly vs Autumn Horse Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Golden-backed Snipe Fly | Autumn Horse Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysopilus thoracicus | Tabanus autumnalis |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Rhagionidae | Tabanidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 16-22 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Europe, North Africa, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Golden-backed Snipe Fly
A striking fly with golden thoracic hairs and dark wings that rests head-down on foliage. Larvae are predators in soil and leaf litter.
Did You Know?
It characteristically rests on vegetation with its head pointed downward, ready to pounce on passing prey.
Autumn Horse Fly
A large greyish horse fly active in late summer and autumn. It has striking green-banded eyes and a persistent biting habit.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few horse fly species that remains active well into October.