Progressive Bee Fly vs Red Soldier Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Progressive Bee Fly | Red Soldier Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Exoprosopa fasciata | Rhagonycha fulva |
| Order | Diptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Bombyliidae | Cantharidae |
| Size | 10-16 mm | 8-10 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Africa, Asia | Europe |
| 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.
Red Soldier Beetle
A very common soldier beetle in Europe with orange-red elytra tipped in black. It is one of the most familiar beetles on hogweed and other umbellifer flowers.
Did You Know?
In the UK it is commonly known as the bloodsucker beetle, though it is completely harmless to humans.