Zorapteran of Kuala Lumpur vs Deer Bot Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Zorapteran of Kuala Lumpur | Deer Bot Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zorotypus magnicaudelli | Cephenemyia stimulator |
| Order | Zoraptera | Diptera |
| Family | Zorotypidae | Oestridae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 12-15 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Parasites |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, Malaysia | Europe |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Zorapteran of Kuala Lumpur
A Southeast Asian zorapteran found in rotting tropical timber. Like all angel insects, it lives in small gregarious colonies and exhibits wing dimorphism.
Did You Know?
Most zorapteran species are known from only a handful of specimens, making them among the rarest insects in collections.
Deer Bot Fly
A parasitic fly that deposits larvae in the nostrils of roe deer. The larvae develop in the pharyngeal region before being sneezed out.
Did You Know?
Once erroneously claimed to fly at over 1,300 km/h, making it a famous example of scientific exaggeration.