Silvius Horse Fly vs Gold-banded Forester
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Silvius Horse Fly | Gold-banded Forester |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Silvius alpinus | Euphaedra neophron |
| Order | Diptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Tabanidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 8-11 mm | 60-75 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Central and Southern Europe | West Africa, Central Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Silvius Horse Fly
A small brownish horse fly found in mountain forests and alpine meadows. It is one of the few horse flies adapted to high-altitude habitats.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few horse fly species that thrives at altitudes above 1500 meters.
Gold-banded Forester
A striking forest butterfly with dark wings marked by a bold golden-orange band. It feeds on the forest floor on fallen fruit.
Did You Know?
Euphaedra is one of the most species-rich butterfly genera in Africa, with over 200 described species.