Picture-Winged Fly vs Stink Bug Tachinid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Picture-Winged Fly | Stink Bug Tachinid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Delphinia picta | Trichopoda pennipes |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Ulidiidae | Tachinidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Parasites |
| Regions | North America | North America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Stink Bug Tachinid
A distinctive parasitic fly with a flattened orange abdomen and feathery legs. It attacks stink bugs and squash bugs in agricultural settings.
Did You Know?
Its fringed hind legs are thought to mimic bee pollen baskets, confusing predators.