Neotropical Robber Fly vs Penthicodes Lanternfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Neotropical Robber Fly | Penthicodes Lanternfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ommatius orenoquensis | Penthicodes pulchella |
| Order | Diptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Asilidae | Fulgoridae |
| Size | 10-15 mm | 35-45 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | South America | Indonesia, Java, Sumatra |
| 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.
Penthicodes Lanternfly
A strikingly beautiful Southeast Asian lanternfly with iridescent blue-green forewings and contrasting red-orange hindwings. Its compact head process is short and rounded.
Did You Know?
This species is highly prized by insect collectors for its metallic coloration, which rivals that of many jewel beetles.