Leucozona Hoverfly vs Bush Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Leucozona Hoverfly | Bush Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Leucozona leucorum | Musca vetustissima |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Syrphidae | Muscidae |
| Size | 10-12 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Australia |
| 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.
Bush Fly
Australia's most iconic nuisance fly, swarming around faces to feed on moisture. It breeds in cattle dung across the Australian outback.
Did You Know?
The classic 'Aussie salute' — waving a hand in front of the face — exists because of this fly.