Indian Web Spinner vs Swallow Louse Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Indian Web Spinner | Swallow Louse Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oligotoma saundersii | Ornithomya avicularia |
| Order | Embioptera | Diptera |
| Family | Oligotomidae | Hippoboscidae |
| Size | 8.0-12.0 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Asia, North America, Africa, Oceania | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Indian Web Spinner
A cosmopolitan web spinner originally from South Asia, now found in warm regions worldwide. It commonly inhabits cracks in walls and under debris.
Did You Know?
This species has spread across the globe through human trade and is now the most widely distributed web spinner.
Swallow Louse Fly
A flattened, brownish winged louse fly that parasitizes a wide range of bird species. It moves rapidly through feathers using its laterally compressed body and strong tarsal claws.
Did You Know?
It can parasitize over 30 different bird species, making it one of the most host-generalist hippoboscid flies.