Noisy Tachinid vs Band-eyed Brown Horse Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Noisy Tachinid | Band-eyed Brown Horse Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tachina fera | Tabanus bromius |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tachinidae | Tabanidae |
| Size | 9-14 mm | 13-17 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Noisy Tachinid
A large tawny-orange tachinid fly commonly found basking on vegetation in late summer. It parasitizes noctuid moth caterpillars in European habitats.
Did You Know?
It produces a loud buzzing sound in flight that is distinctly audible from several meters away.
Band-eyed Brown Horse Fly
A common European horse fly with distinctive banded eyes. It is one of the most frequent biters of cattle across Europe.
Did You Know?
Its compound eyes display brilliant iridescent bands that fade after death.