Leucozona Hoverfly vs Kentish Glory Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Leucozona Hoverfly | Kentish Glory Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Leucozona leucorum | Endromis versicolora |
| Order | Diptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Syrphidae | Endromidae |
| Size | 10-12 mm | 55-80 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Leucozona Hoverfly
A distinctive hoverfly with a white-banded abdomen found visiting flowers in damp woodland clearings. Larvae prey on aphids. One of the spring-flying hoverfly species.
Did You Know?
One of the earliest hoverflies to appear each spring, often visiting flowers while snow is still on the ground.
Kentish Glory Moth
A day-flying moth once widespread in England but now extinct there.
Did You Know?
Males detect females from over a kilometer away using feathered antennae.