Japanese Robber Fly vs Dark-winged Fungus Gnat
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Robber Fly | Dark-winged Fungus Gnat |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cophinopoda chinensis | Sciara hemerobioides |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Asilidae | Mycetophilidae |
| Size | 20-30 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | East Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Japanese Robber Fly
A large East Asian robber fly with powerful raptorial legs. It preys on cicadas and large beetles in montane forests.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few flies capable of overpowering and killing adult cicadas.
Dark-winged Fungus Gnat
A small, dark fungus gnat with smoky wings and long slender antennae. Its larvae are known for forming spectacular marching columns of thousands of individuals.
Did You Know?
Larvae form army-like processions of thousands marching in columns across forest floors, a phenomenon called 'Heerwurm' in German.