Latrine Fly vs Plain-faced Dronefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Latrine Fly | Plain-faced Dronefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Fannia scalaris | Eristalis arbustorum |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Fanniidae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 9-11 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Gardens |
| Diet | Scavengers | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Worldwide | Europe, North America, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Latrine Fly
A small fly that breeds in excrement and decaying organic matter in latrines and drains. It can cause urogenital myiasis when larvae enter the urinary tract.
Did You Know?
Its flattened, spiny larvae are among the few fly species documented to cause urinary myiasis in humans.
Plain-faced Dronefly
A small, dark dronefly with a distinctive bare facial stripe. It is one of the most common hoverflies visiting garden flowers in summer.
Did You Know?
It can be distinguished from other droneflies by the shiny, hairless stripe down the center of its face.