Red Tiger Beetle vs Tumbu Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red Tiger Beetle | Tumbu Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pogonostoma chalybaeum | Cordylobia anthropophaga |
| Order | Coleoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Cicindelidae | Calliphoridae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Indoors |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Madagascar | Sub-Saharan Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Red Tiger Beetle
A medium-sized tiger beetle with a deep steely blue body and reddish reflections. It has large prominent eyes and long, curved mandibles for seizing prey.
Did You Know?
Tiger beetles run so fast relative to their body size that they temporarily go blind during chases and must stop repeatedly to relocate their prey.
Tumbu Fly
An African blow fly whose larvae cause furuncular myiasis in humans and animals. Females lay eggs on soil or clothing hung out to dry.
Did You Know?
Ironing clothes thoroughly after drying them outdoors kills the eggs and prevents skin infestation.