Golubatz Fly vs Bristly Tachinid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Golubatz Fly | Bristly Tachinid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Simulium colombaschense | Epalpus signifer |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Simuliidae | Tachinidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 6-10 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Farmland |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Parasites |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Golubatz Fly
A historically devastating European black fly named after the Serbian town of Golubac. Larvae develop in the fast waters of the Danube River system.
Did You Know?
In 1923, a massive emergence killed over 16,000 cattle, horses, and other livestock along the Danube in a single event.
Bristly Tachinid
A bristly gray parasitic fly found across North America. It parasitizes a wide range of caterpillars including armyworms and cutworms.
Did You Know?
Females scatter tiny eggs on foliage, which are then accidentally swallowed by feeding caterpillars.