Cylindrical Tachinid vs Soldier Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cylindrical Tachinid | Soldier Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cylindromyia brassicaria | Odontomyia tigrina |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tachinidae | Stratiomyidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Parasites | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cylindrical Tachinid
A slender, wasp-like parasitic fly with a narrow cylindrical abdomen. Parasitizes shieldbugs by laying eggs directly onto the host. Found in warm, flower-rich habitats.
Did You Know?
Its wasp-like appearance is a remarkable case of mimicry in a group of true flies.
Soldier Fly
A brightly colored soldier fly with aquatic larvae that filter-feed in ponds.
Did You Know?
Larvae float at the surface and breathe through a rosette of hydrophobic tail hairs.