Picture-Winged Fly vs Asian Multicolored Lady Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Picture-Winged Fly | Asian Multicolored Lady Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Delphinia picta | Harmonia axyridis |
| Order | Diptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Ulidiidae | Coccinellidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | East Asia; invasive worldwide |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Picture-Winged Fly
A small fly with beautifully patterned wings that it waves in display like tiny semaphore flags. The wing patterns may serve in species recognition and courtship.
Did You Know?
When walking, it continuously waves its patterned wings in a mesmerizing display, resembling a tiny insect conductor leading an orchestra.
Asian Multicolored Lady Beetle
A highly variable ladybird ranging from orange with many spots to solid black. Originally released for biocontrol, it is now invasive worldwide.
Did You Know?
It aggregates in enormous numbers on buildings in autumn, sometimes numbering in the thousands.