Golden-tabbed Robber Fly vs Two-spotted Stink Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Golden-tabbed Robber Fly | Two-spotted Stink Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Choerades marginatus | Perillus bioculatus |
| Order | Diptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Asilidae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 15-22mm | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Two-spotted Stink Bug
A colorful predatory stink bug with bold red or orange and black markings. It is particularly valued for its appetite for Colorado potato beetle larvae. The color pattern is variable but always includes two dark spots on the pronotum.
Did You Know?
It can consume up to 100 Colorado potato beetle eggs per day, making it one of the most effective natural predators of this major crop pest.