Pergid Leaf Miner vs Spotted-eye Hover Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pergid Leaf Miner | Spotted-eye Hover Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phylacteophaga froggatti | Eristalinus taeniops |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Pergidae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Wetlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Australia, introduced to parts of Africa and South America | Throughout Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Pergid Leaf Miner
A small sawfly whose larvae create blister-like mines in eucalyptus leaves. Adults are small and brownish with clear wings.
Did You Know?
This species has become a significant pest in eucalyptus plantations outside Australia, particularly in the Mediterranean region and Africa.
Spotted-eye Hover Fly
A large hover fly with distinctively striped compound eyes and a bee-like body. It is an excellent pollinator found throughout Africa.
Did You Know?
Its larvae are rat-tailed maggots that breathe through a telescoping siphon while living in stagnant water.