Black Sexton Beetle vs Bristly Tachinid Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black Sexton Beetle | Bristly Tachinid Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Necrophorus vespilloides | Nowickia ferox |
| Order | Coleoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Silphidae | Tachinidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Carrion Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Black Sexton Beetle
A remarkable burying beetle that locates small animal carcasses using acute sense of smell. Pairs work together to bury the carcass as food for their larvae. Shows sophisticated biparental care.
Did You Know?
Both parents feed their larvae mouth-to-mouth with pre-digested carrion, like birds feeding chicks.
Bristly Tachinid Fly
A large, heavily bristled tachinid fly with a gray-checkered pattern on the abdomen. It is conspicuously spiny and frequently visits flowers in late summer.
Did You Know?
Its exceptionally long and stiff bristles are thought to help prevent birds from swallowing it.