Karoophasma biedouwense vs Slender Robber Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Karoophasma biedouwense | Slender Robber Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Karoophasma biedouwense | Leptogaster cylindrica |
| Order | Mantophasmatodea | Diptera |
| Family | Austrophasmatidae | Asilidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Meadows |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Africa | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Karoophasma biedouwense
A gladiator insect endemic to the Biedouw Valley in South Africa. It is nocturnal and hunts among low shrubs in semi-arid fynbos.
Did You Know?
Each heelwalker species tends to occupy a tiny geographic range, making them extremely vulnerable to habitat loss.
Slender Robber Fly
A delicate, narrow-bodied robber fly with an extremely slender abdomen. It hunts small insects among tall grass stems.
Did You Know?
Its thread-like abdomen makes it almost invisible when resting on grass stems.