Narcissus Bulb Fly vs Cheese Skipper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Narcissus Bulb Fly | Cheese Skipper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Merodon equestris | Piophila casei |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Syrphidae | Piophilidae |
| Size | 10-15 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Caves |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America (introduced), Oceania (introduced) | Cosmopolitan |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Narcissus Bulb Fly
A bumble bee-mimicking hoverfly that comes in multiple color forms matching different bumblebee species. Its larvae bore into and destroy daffodil and narcissus bulbs.
Did You Know?
It exists in multiple color forms, each mimicking a different bumblebee species found in the same habitat.
Cheese Skipper
A small fly whose larvae infest stored cheese, cured meats, and other protein-rich foods. Larvae can leap up to 15 cm by curling and snapping their bodies.
Did You Know?
Sardinian casu marzu cheese is deliberately infested with its larvae as a delicacy.