Six-spot Burnet vs Brevipalpis Tsetse Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Six-spot Burnet | Brevipalpis Tsetse Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zygaena filipendulae | Glossina brevipalpis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Zygaenidae | Glossinidae |
| Size | 30-40 mm wingspan | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Predators | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, western Asia | East Africa (Kenya coast, Tanzania, Uganda) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Six-spot Burnet
A day-flying moth with metallic blue-black forewings bearing six crimson spots. Its bright colours warn predators of its cyanide-based chemical defences.
Did You Know?
Both the larvae and adults contain hydrogen cyanide, making them highly toxic to predators.
Brevipalpis Tsetse Fly
The largest species of tsetse fly, with a robust body and short palps from which its name derives. It inhabits thicket and coastal bush habitats.
Did You Know?
Despite its large size, it is a relatively weak vector of trypanosomiasis compared to other tsetse species.