Stink Bug Tachinid vs Greater Bee Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Stink Bug Tachinid | Greater Bee Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trichopoda pennipes | Bombylius canescens |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tachinidae | Bombyliidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Parasites | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | North America, South America | Southern Europe, North Africa, Western 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.
Greater Bee Fly
A pale greyish bee fly with a long proboscis and clear wings. It parasitizes ground-nesting bees in arid Mediterranean habitats.
Did You Know?
It can hover motionless in the air for extended periods while probing flowers with its rigid proboscis.