Golden-belted Tachinid vs Progressive Bee Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Golden-belted Tachinid | Progressive Bee Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ectophasia crassipennis | Exoprosopa fasciata |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tachinidae | Bombyliidae |
| Size | 6-10 mm | 10-16 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Parasites | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Africa, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Golden-belted Tachinid
A colorful parasitic fly with golden-yellow markings and dark wing patches. Parasitizes shieldbugs and stink bugs. Often seen on umbellifer flowers.
Did You Know?
The conspicuous wing markings may be involved in mating displays among the otherwise cryptic tachinid flies.
Progressive Bee Fly
A large bee fly with boldly banded wings in dark brown and clear patterns. It is a fast and agile flyer, frequently hovering at flowers in arid landscapes.
Did You Know?
Its boldly patterned wings may serve as camouflage when resting on dappled ground in arid habitats.