Smelly Carpenter Ant vs Secondary Screwworm Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Smelly Carpenter Ant | Secondary Screwworm Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dolichoderus thoracicus | Cochliomyia macellaria |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Calliphoridae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Carrion Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, Indonesia, Malaysia | North America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Smelly Carpenter Ant
A Southeast Asian dolichoderine ant that tends mealybugs inside shelters built from chewed plant material. It is a significant pest of cacao and coconut plantations.
Did You Know?
They build elaborate carton tents over mealybug colonies on crop plants, protecting their honeydew source from rain and predators.
Secondary Screwworm Fly
A blow fly that breeds in carrion and occasionally infests wounds in livestock. It is widely used in forensic studies in the Americas.
Did You Know?
Unlike the primary screwworm, it only feeds on dead tissue rather than living flesh.