Stink Bug Tachinid vs Big-headed Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Stink Bug Tachinid | Big-headed Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trichopoda pennipes | Pipunculus campestris |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tachinidae | Pipunculidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 3-6 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Parasites | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America, South America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Stink Bug Tachinid
A distinctive parasitic fly with a flattened orange abdomen and feathery legs. It attacks stink bugs and squash bugs in agricultural settings.
Did You Know?
Its fringed hind legs are thought to mimic bee pollen baskets, confusing predators.
Big-headed Fly
A small fly with an enormously enlarged, almost entirely eye-covered spherical head. It hovers in vegetation searching for leafhopper hosts in which to parasitize.
Did You Know?
Its enormous eyes give it near-360-degree vision, allowing it to spot leafhoppers from any angle while hovering.