Pied Hoverfly vs Longhorn Caddisfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pied Hoverfly | Longhorn Caddisfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Scaeva pyrastri | Oecetis ochracea |
| Order | Diptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Syrphidae | Leptoceridae |
| Size | 12-16 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Pied Hoverfly
A large, elegant hoverfly with white crescent-shaped markings on a dark abdomen. It is a strong migrant and beneficial aphid predator.
Did You Know?
Its white crescent markings distinguish it from nearly all other European hoverflies at a glance.
Longhorn Caddisfly
A slender caddisfly with antennae much longer than its body. Larvae are unusual among caddisflies in being active predators that hunt in their cases.
Did You Know?
These caddisfly larvae carry their cases while stalking prey like tiny hermit crabs hunting on the lake floor.