Pellucid Hoverfly vs Leucozona Hoverfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pellucid Hoverfly | Leucozona Hoverfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Volucella pellucens | Leucozona leucorum |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Syrphidae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 14-17 mm | 10-12 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Woodlands |
| Diet | Scavengers | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Pellucid Hoverfly
A large black hoverfly with a striking translucent white band across its abdomen. Its larvae are inquilines in the underground nests of social wasps.
Did You Know?
Its translucent white abdominal band makes it look like it has a window in its body, unlike any other hoverfly.
Leucozona Hoverfly
A distinctive hoverfly with a white-banded abdomen found visiting flowers in damp woodland clearings. Larvae prey on aphids. One of the spring-flying hoverfly species.
Did You Know?
One of the earliest hoverflies to appear each spring, often visiting flowers while snow is still on the ground.