March Fly vs American Hoverfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | March Fly | American Hoverfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bibio marci | Eupeodes americanus |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Bibionidae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 10-13 mm | 8-11 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Farmland |
| Diet | Detritivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
March Fly
A common black fly that swarms in large numbers around Saint Marks Day in April.
Did You Know?
Mating pairs fly joined together with the smaller male dangling beneath the female.
American Hoverfly
A widespread North American hoverfly with yellow and black markings. Larvae are voracious aphid predators in crop fields.
Did You Know?
A single larva can consume several hundred aphids before pupating.