Golden-backed Snipe Fly vs Conops Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Golden-backed Snipe Fly | Conops Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysopilus thoracicus | Conops flavipes |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Rhagionidae | Conopidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 8-12mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Europe |
| 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.
Conops Fly
A wasp-mimicking fly with yellow legs and a narrow waist. Females parasitize adult bumblebees.
Did You Know?
Chases bumblebees in flight and forcefully deposits an egg inside the bee's abdomen during a brief mid-air grapple.