Yellow Swarming Fly vs Batman Hoverfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Yellow Swarming Fly | Batman Hoverfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thaumatomyia notata | Myathropa florea |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Chloropidae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 2-2.5 mm | 12-15 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Underground |
| Diet | Predators | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Yellow Swarming Fly
A tiny yellow fly famous for forming enormous hibernation aggregations in buildings, sometimes numbering millions. Larvae are predatory on root aphids in grassland.
Did You Know?
Can form hibernation clusters of millions in attic spaces, with individual aggregations weighing several kilograms.
Batman Hoverfly
A wasp-mimicking hoverfly with a distinctive bat-shaped marking on its thorax, earning it the nickname 'batman hoverfly.' Larvae develop in water-filled tree holes as aquatic filter feeders.
Did You Know?
The dark bat-shaped mark on its thorax is so distinctive that it can be identified at a glance from above.