Rose Chafer vs Pellucid Hoverfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rose Chafer | Pellucid Hoverfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cetonia aurata | Volucella pellucens |
| Order | Coleoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 14-20 mm | 14-17 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Scavengers |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Rose Chafer
A shiny, metallic green beetle commonly found on roses and other flowers. Unlike most beetles, it flies with its elytra closed.
Did You Know?
It has a special hinge mechanism that lets it fly with its wing cases shut, a rare trait among beetles.
Pellucid Hoverfly
A large black hoverfly with a striking translucent white band across its abdomen. Its larvae are inquilines in the underground nests of social wasps.
Did You Know?
Its translucent white abdominal band makes it look like it has a window in its body, unlike any other hoverfly.