Silvestri's Jumping Bristletail vs Pellucid Hoverfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Silvestri's Jumping Bristletail | Pellucid Hoverfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pedetontus silvestrii | Volucella pellucens |
| Order | Archaeognatha | Diptera |
| Family | Machilidae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 14-17 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Detritivores | Scavengers |
| Regions | Japan, East Asia | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Silvestri's Jumping Bristletail
A well-studied bristletail from Japan and eastern Asia. Recent molecular studies have revealed cryptic species within this lineage.
Did You Know?
Molecular studies have revealed it may actually be a complex of several cryptic species.
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.