Mountain Hover Fly vs Hover Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mountain Hover Fly | Hover Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Arctophila superbiens | Syrphus ribesii |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Syrphidae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm body length | 10-13 mm |
| Habitat | Meadows | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Northern Europe, Alps, Siberia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mountain Hover Fly
A furry, bumblebee-mimicking hover fly of alpine meadows. Its dense body hair helps it retain heat in cold mountain environments.
Did You Know?
Its convincing bumblebee mimicry deters predators despite being completely harmless.
Hover Fly
A bright yellow and black banded hoverfly that is an excellent wasp mimic. It hovers motionless in sunbeams before darting to a new position with extraordinary agility.
Did You Know?
Hoverflies are the only insects besides hummingbirds and hawk-moths that can truly hover in one spot, fly backward, and fly sideways with precision.