South African Robber Fly vs Queensland Fruit Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | South African Robber Fly | Queensland Fruit Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Alcimus tristrigatus | Bactrocera tryoni |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Asilidae | Tephritidae |
| Size | 18-26 mm | 6-8 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Orchards |
| Diet | Predators | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Southern Africa | Australia, Pacific Islands |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
South African Robber Fly
A large, hairy robber fly endemic to southern Africa's fynbos and savanna. It perches conspicuously on shrubs while scanning for prey.
Did You Know?
Southern Africa harbors one of the richest robber fly faunas in the world.
Queensland Fruit Fly
Australia's most economically damaging fruit fly with a reddish-brown body. It attacks a wide range of cultivated fruits and vegetables.
Did You Know?
Interstate quarantine zones in Australia exist largely to prevent its spread to fruit-growing regions.