Scarlet Robber Fly vs Long Hoverfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Scarlet Robber Fly | Long Hoverfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Laphria flava | Sphaerophoria scripta |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Asilidae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | Europe, Asia, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Scarlet Robber Fly
A bumblebee-mimicking robber fly covered in dense golden-yellow hair. It preys on insects visiting flowers at woodland edges.
Did You Know?
Its dense yellow pile makes it one of the most convincing bumblebee mimics among robber flies.
Long Hoverfly
A small, elongated hoverfly with a slender yellow-and-black striped abdomen. Males have an abdomen longer than their wings.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most common hoverflies found in agricultural landscapes across Europe.