Hanging Thief Robber Fly vs Field Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hanging Thief Robber Fly | Field Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diogmites platypterus | Blattella vaga |
| Order | Diptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Asilidae | Ectobiidae |
| Size | 15-22 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Southwestern United States, Mexico |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Hanging Thief Robber Fly
A slender, elongate robber fly that hangs from vegetation by its front legs while feeding. It has long dangling legs and a distinctive hunting posture unlike most other asilids.
Did You Know?
It earns its name by dangling from a single leg while consuming prey, freeing the other legs for handling food.
Field Cockroach
A small cockroach similar to the German cockroach but with a dark face. It lives outdoors in irrigated areas of the southwestern United States.
Did You Know?
Its dark facial markings are the easiest way to distinguish it from the indoor-dwelling German cockroach.