Leucozona Hoverfly vs Banded General Soldier Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Leucozona Hoverfly | Banded General Soldier Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Leucozona leucorum | Stratiomys potamida |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Syrphidae | Stratiomyidae |
| Size | 10-12 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Leucozona Hoverfly
A distinctive hoverfly with a white-banded abdomen found visiting flowers in damp woodland clearings. Larvae prey on aphids. One of the spring-flying hoverfly species.
Did You Know?
One of the earliest hoverflies to appear each spring, often visiting flowers while snow is still on the ground.
Banded General Soldier Fly
A large, boldly marked soldier fly with a broad flat abdomen bearing yellow lateral markings. Its aquatic larvae are elongate and can breathe through a posterior spiracle at the water surface.
Did You Know?
Larvae can survive in heavily polluted water where most other aquatic insects cannot live.