Blandford Fly vs Golden-tabbed Robber Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blandford Fly | Golden-tabbed Robber Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Simulium posticatum | Choerades marginatus |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Simuliidae | Asilidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 15-22mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Blandford Fly
A notorious black fly that causes severe allergic reactions with its bite around the Blandford area of Dorset. Females need blood meals for egg development. Larvae develop in clean rivers.
Did You Know?
Named after Blandford Forum in Dorset where outbreaks of painful bites affect thousands of people each summer.
Golden-tabbed Robber Fly
A large bristly brown robber fly with golden hair tufts that ambushes prey from sunny perches on logs.
Did You Know?
Sits motionless on sun-warmed logs waiting for insects to fly past, then launches with explosive speed to intercept.