Parasitic Bee Fly vs Southern Long-legged Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Parasitic Bee Fly | Southern Long-legged Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Winthemia rufopicta | Chrysotus gramineus |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tachinidae | Dolichopodidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America, Europe, Asia | Europe, Asia, North America |
| 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.
Southern Long-legged Fly
A tiny, brilliantly metallic green long-legged fly commonly found on vegetation near water. It runs rapidly across leaf surfaces hunting for small prey.
Did You Know?
Despite their tiny size, dolichopodid flies are among the most species-rich predatory fly families globally.