Ozark Stiletto Fly vs Hanging Thief Robber Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ozark Stiletto Fly | Hanging Thief Robber Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thereva frontalis | Diogmites platypterus |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Therevidae | Asilidae |
| Size | 8-11 mm | 15-22 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ozark Stiletto Fly
A medium-sized stiletto fly with a grayish body covered in fine pale hairs and clear wings. It is commonly found resting on sunlit surfaces in open woodlands.
Did You Know?
The larvae have a unique ability to move rapidly through loose sand using undulating body movements.
Hanging Thief Robber Fly
A slender, elongate robber fly that hangs from vegetation by its front legs while feeding. It has long dangling legs and a distinctive hunting posture unlike most other asilids.
Did You Know?
It earns its name by dangling from a single leg while consuming prey, freeing the other legs for handling food.