March Fly vs Yellow Mantidfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | March Fly | Yellow Mantidfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bibio marci | Leptomantispa pulchella |
| Order | Diptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Bibionidae | Mantispidae |
| Size | 10-13 mm | 14-20 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Detritivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Central America, Northern South 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.
Yellow Mantidfly
A delicate yellow mantidfly found in tropical Central and South America. Its slender build and pale coloring provide camouflage among flowers.
Did You Know?
Its yellow coloring helps it blend in among tropical flowers where it waits to ambush visiting insects.