High-altitude Hover Fly vs Golden-bloomed Grey Longhorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | High-altitude Hover Fly | Golden-bloomed Grey Longhorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Platycheirus alpinus | Agapanthia villosoviridescens |
| Order | Diptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Syrphidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm body length | 1-2 cm |
| Habitat | Meadows | Meadows |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Northern Europe, Alps, Arctic | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
High-altitude Hover Fly
A small hover fly with flattened front legs, found in alpine and arctic habitats. It is an important pollinator of mountain wildflowers.
Did You Know?
Its flattened front tarsi are thought to help scrape pollen from flowers.
Golden-bloomed Grey Longhorn
A longhorn beetle covered in golden-green hairs found in European meadows. Larvae develop inside the stems of thistles and hogweed.
Did You Know?
Its golden pubescence wears off with age, making older beetles appear darker and plainer.