Progressive Bee Fly vs Desert Cuckoo Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Progressive Bee Fly | Desert Cuckoo Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Exoprosopa fasciata | Nomada texana |
| Order | Diptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Bombyliidae | Apidae |
| Size | 10-16 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Africa, Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Progressive Bee Fly
A large bee fly with boldly banded wings in dark brown and clear patterns. It is a fast and agile flyer, frequently hovering at flowers in arid landscapes.
Did You Know?
Its boldly patterned wings may serve as camouflage when resting on dappled ground in arid habitats.
Desert Cuckoo Bee
A parasitic wasp-like bee that lays its eggs in the nests of other desert bees. Its larvae consume the host's pollen provisions.
Did You Know?
It lacks pollen-collecting hairs entirely since it never gathers pollen for its own offspring.