Oriental Latrine Fly vs Lesser Bullet Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oriental Latrine Fly | Lesser Bullet Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysomya megacephala | Neoponera villosa |
| Order | Diptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Calliphoridae | Formicidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Detritivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Asia, Africa, South America, Oceania | Southern United States, Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Oriental Latrine Fly
A metallic blue-green blow fly originally from the Oriental region that has spread globally. It is both a forensic indicator species and a vector of enteric pathogens.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most commonly collected fly species at crime scenes in tropical countries.
Lesser Bullet Ant
A large black ponerine ant found from Texas through South America with a powerful sting. It nests in tree hollows and dead wood, foraging arboreally at night.
Did You Know?
It is sometimes called the 'false bullet ant' because its sting, while very painful, is less severe than that of Paraponera.