Yellow Swarming Fly vs Chilean Dolichoderine Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Yellow Swarming Fly | Chilean Dolichoderine Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thaumatomyia notata | Dorymyrmex goetschi |
| Order | Diptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Chloropidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 2-2.5 mm | 2-3.5 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Predators | Scavengers |
| Regions | Europe | Chile, Argentina |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Yellow Swarming Fly
A tiny yellow fly famous for forming enormous hibernation aggregations in buildings, sometimes numbering millions. Larvae are predatory on root aphids in grassland.
Did You Know?
Can form hibernation clusters of millions in attic spaces, with individual aggregations weighing several kilograms.
Chilean Dolichoderine Ant
A South American cone ant found in arid regions of Chile and Argentina. It builds small cone-shaped mounds and is an important scavenger in dry Patagonian steppe.
Did You Know?
They are among the most heat-tolerant ants in South America, foraging at soil temperatures exceeding 50 degrees Celsius.