Kite-tailed Robber Fly vs Epomis Ground Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Kite-tailed Robber Fly | Epomis Ground Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tolmerus atricapillus | Epomis dejeani |
| Order | Diptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Asilidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 10-16 mm | 14-20 mm (adults) |
| Habitat | Heathland | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Central Asia | Europe, Middle East |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Kite-tailed Robber Fly
A common grey robber fly with a slightly club-shaped abdomen. It is widespread across Europe, frequently hunting from low perches.
Did You Know?
It is one of the last robber fly species to remain active into late autumn.
Epomis Ground Beetle
A beetle whose larvae lure and devour frogs — a rare case of predator-prey role reversal. The larva waggles its antennae to attract an amphibian, then latches on and feeds.
Did You Know?
This is one of the only known cases where an insect larva regularly preys on vertebrates — the larvae have a near 100% success rate against attacking frogs.