Mediterranean Fruit Fly vs Lovebug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mediterranean Fruit Fly | Lovebug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ceratitis capitata | Plecia nearctica |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tephritidae | Bibionidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 6-9 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Grasslands |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Africa, Mediterranean, Americas, Australasia | North America, Central America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mediterranean Fruit Fly
A small colorful fruit fly with patterned wings and a yellowish body. It is one of the world's most destructive agricultural pests, attacking over 300 fruit species.
Did You Know?
Billions of sterile males are released annually worldwide to suppress wild populations.
Lovebug
A small black march fly famous for flying in mated pairs connected end to end for days. Massive swarms occur twice yearly in the southeastern United States, causing significant nuisance.
Did You Know?
Their acidic body chemistry can damage car paint if not washed off quickly, costing motorists millions annually.