Sudan Plague Locust vs Hanging Thief Robber Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sudan Plague Locust | Hanging Thief Robber Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aiolopus simulatrix | Diogmites platypterus |
| Order | Orthoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Acrididae | Asilidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | 15-22 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Africa | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sudan Plague Locust
A slender grasshopper of the Sahel zone that occasionally reaches plague densities after good rains. It is an important crop pest in Sudan and neighboring countries.
Did You Know?
It can breed continuously as long as green vegetation is available, producing several generations per year.
Hanging Thief Robber Fly
A slender, elongate robber fly that hangs from vegetation by its front legs while feeding. It has long dangling legs and a distinctive hunting posture unlike most other asilids.
Did You Know?
It earns its name by dangling from a single leg while consuming prey, freeing the other legs for handling food.