Narcissus Bulb Fly vs Subarctic Crane Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Narcissus Bulb Fly | Subarctic Crane Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Merodon equestris | Prionocera turcica |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Syrphidae | Tipulidae |
| Size | 10-15 mm | 12-18 mm body length |
| Habitat | Underground | Wetlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America (introduced), Oceania (introduced) | Scandinavia, Finland, northern Russia, Siberia |
| 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.
Subarctic Crane Fly
A medium-sized crane fly with distinctive patterned wings and long, slender legs. Larvae develop in wet peatland soils. Adults are poor fliers and often rest on low vegetation in sheltered spots.
Did You Know?
The larvae of this crane fly can survive in waterlogged, low-oxygen peat soil by breathing through specialized anal papillae.