Pyrenean Snow Fly vs Dark-edged Bee-fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pyrenean Snow Fly | Dark-edged Bee-fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chionea belgica | Bombylius major discolor |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Limoniidae | Bombyliidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm body length | 8-12mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Detritivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Western Europe, Pyrenees, Belgium | Asia |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Pyrenean Snow Fly
A rare wingless crane fly found on snow in the mountains of western Europe. It is smaller and darker than related snow fly species.
Did You Know?
It was first described from specimens collected in Belgium, giving it its name.
Dark-edged Bee-fly
A subspecies of the bee-fly with slightly different wing patterning found in eastern populations.
Did You Know?
Hovers at spring flowers with its long rigid proboscis extended, looking remarkably like a furry hummingbird.