Long-Palped Crane Fly vs Fleck-winged Hoverfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-Palped Crane Fly | Fleck-winged Hoverfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dicranota bimaculata | Dasysyrphus albostriatus |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Pediciidae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Long-Palped Crane Fly
A short-bodied crane fly whose predatory larvae inhabit gravel beds of clean streams. Larvae are active hunters among cobble interstices.
Did You Know?
Unlike most crane fly larvae, this species is an active predator rather than a detritivore.
Fleck-winged Hoverfly
A woodland hoverfly with white crescent markings on a dark abdomen. It is one of the earliest hoverflies to appear in spring.
Did You Know?
It is sometimes called the white-striped hoverfly because of the distinctive pale marks on its dark abdomen.