Parasitic Bee Fly vs Common Stiletto Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Parasitic Bee Fly | Common Stiletto Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Winthemia rufopicta | Thereva nobilitata |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tachinidae | Therevidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Heathland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America, Europe, Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Parasitic Bee Fly
A medium-sized tachinid fly that parasitizes armyworm caterpillars and other crop pest larvae. It is found across multiple continents.
Did You Know?
Females deposit multiple larvae on a single caterpillar but only one typically survives to maturity.
Common Stiletto Fly
A slender, densely hairy fly with a pointed abdomen and silvery-white body hairs. Adults bask on sunlit leaves and bare ground, making short rapid flights when approached.
Did You Know?
Stiletto fly larvae are important biological control agents, feeding on root-eating pest larvae in sandy soils.