Globular Tachinid vs Bristly Tachinid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Globular Tachinid | Bristly Tachinid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gymnosoma rotundatum | Epalpus signifer |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tachinidae | Tachinidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 6-10 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Farmland |
| Diet | Parasites | Parasites |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Globular Tachinid
A distinctive round-bodied parasitic fly colored bright orange-red with black markings. Parasitizes shieldbugs. One of the most easily recognized tachinid flies.
Did You Know?
The unusually round, bright orange body makes this one of the most recognizable parasitic flies.
Bristly Tachinid
A bristly gray parasitic fly found across North America. It parasitizes a wide range of caterpillars including armyworms and cutworms.
Did You Know?
Females scatter tiny eggs on foliage, which are then accidentally swallowed by feeding caterpillars.