Harlequin Flower Beetle vs Tumbu Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Harlequin Flower Beetle | Tumbu Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gymnetis thula | Cordylobia anthropophaga |
| Order | Coleoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Calliphoridae |
| Size | 12-18mm | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Indoors | Indoors |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America, South America | Sub-Saharan Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Harlequin Flower Beetle
A colorful scarab with variable patterns of brown cream and black resembling calico fabric. No two individuals look exactly alike.
Did You Know?
Like rose chafers it flies with its elytra closed using notches at the sides to deploy its flight wings.
Tumbu Fly
An African blow fly whose larvae cause furuncular myiasis in humans and animals. Females lay eggs on soil or clothing hung out to dry.
Did You Know?
Ironing clothes thoroughly after drying them outdoors kills the eggs and prevents skin infestation.