Golden Tachinid Fly vs Southern Long-legged Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Golden Tachinid Fly | Southern Long-legged Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Archytas marmoratus | Chrysotus gramineus |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tachinidae | Dolichopodidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Parasites | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America, Central America | Europe, Asia, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Golden Tachinid Fly
A large bristly parasitic fly with golden-brown hairs found across the Americas. It parasitizes armyworm and cutworm caterpillars in crops.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most important natural enemies of fall armyworm in North American agriculture.
Southern Long-legged Fly
A tiny, brilliantly metallic green long-legged fly commonly found on vegetation near water. It runs rapidly across leaf surfaces hunting for small prey.
Did You Know?
Despite their tiny size, dolichopodid flies are among the most species-rich predatory fly families globally.