Neotropical Robber Fly vs North American Backswimmer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Neotropical Robber Fly | North American Backswimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ommatius orenoquensis | Notonecta undulata |
| Order | Diptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Asilidae | Notonectidae |
| Size | 10-15 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | South America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Neotropical Robber Fly
A slender tropical robber fly found in South American lowland forests. It hunts from leaf tips in the forest understory.
Did You Know?
The genus Ommatius is one of the most species-rich robber fly genera in the tropics.
North American Backswimmer
A common backswimmer across North America that hunts by floating upside down at the surface. Its large eyes help it spot prey from below.
Did You Know?
It is an important natural predator of mosquito larvae and can significantly reduce mosquito populations in small ponds.