North African Bombardier Beetle vs Tumbu Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | North African Bombardier Beetle | Tumbu Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Brachinus humeralis | Cordylobia anthropophaga |
| Order | Coleoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Calliphoridae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Indoors |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North Africa, Southern Europe | Sub-Saharan Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
North African Bombardier Beetle
A bombardier beetle found in North Africa and the Mediterranean basin. It has a reddish-brown head and thorax with dark blue-black elytra.
Did You Know?
Like other bombardier beetles it can fire its chemical spray in rapid pulses of up to 500 times per second.
Tumbu Fly
An African blow fly whose larvae cause furuncular myiasis in humans and animals. Females lay eggs on soil or clothing hung out to dry.
Did You Know?
Ironing clothes thoroughly after drying them outdoors kills the eggs and prevents skin infestation.