Thick-legged Flower Beetle vs Hover Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Thick-legged Flower Beetle | Hover Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oedemera nobilis | Syrphus ribesii |
| Order | Coleoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Oedemeridae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 8-12mm | 10-13 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Thick-legged Flower Beetle
A metallic green beetle with splayed elytra that expose the wings. Males have distinctively swollen hind femora.
Did You Know?
Despite being an important pollinator this beetle is often mistaken for a green fly due to its shiny metallic color.
Hover Fly
A bright yellow and black banded hoverfly that is an excellent wasp mimic. It hovers motionless in sunbeams before darting to a new position with extraordinary agility.
Did You Know?
Hoverflies are the only insects besides hummingbirds and hawk-moths that can truly hover in one spot, fly backward, and fly sideways with precision.