Tundra Robber Fly vs Cinnamon Tachinid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tundra Robber Fly | Cinnamon Tachinid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rhadiurgus variabilis | Adejeania vexatrix |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Asilidae | Tachinidae |
| Size | 10-15 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Scandinavia, Finland, Scotland, northern Russia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Tundra Robber Fly
A medium-sized robber fly with a dark body and distinctive bristly face. It is an aerial predator that ambushes other flying insects from perches on rocks and low vegetation. Adults have powerful grasping legs.
Did You Know?
This robber fly catches prey in midair and injects digestive enzymes to liquefy the insect's insides before drinking them.
Cinnamon Tachinid
A large, robust tachinid fly with reddish-brown coloring and prominent bristles. It is a common parasitoid of armyworm caterpillars in western North American grasslands.
Did You Know?
It is considered one of the most important natural enemies of armyworm outbreaks in North American rangelands.