Spotted Crane Fly vs Delhi Sands Flower-loving Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spotted Crane Fly | Delhi Sands Flower-loving Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nephrotoma appendiculata | Rhaphiomidas terminatus abdominalis |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tipulidae | Mydidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm body length | 2.5-3.5 cm |
| Habitat | Meadows | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Scavengers | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Spotted Crane Fly
A brightly marked yellow-and-black crane fly common across European meadows. Its leatherjacket larvae develop in soil, feeding on plant roots and decaying matter.
Did You Know?
Despite their wasp-like yellow-and-black markings, spotted crane flies are completely harmless and cannot sting.
Delhi Sands Flower-loving Fly
A large flower fly endemic to the Delhi Sands area of San Bernardino County, California. It was the first fly to be listed under the U.S. Endangered Species Act.
Did You Know?
Listing this fly in 1993 caused controversy when it delayed construction of a hospital in its habitat.