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Ectophasia crassipennis

Ectophasia crassipennis

The Ectophasia crassipennis is a special kind of fly known for its bright colors and unique shape. These flies are often found buzzing around flowers, helping to pollinate them while they search for food.

Habitat: Urban areas, Gardens

Appearance

The Ectophasia crassipennis is a stout-bodied fly, often appearing fuzzy with dark, broad wings that give it its 'thick-winged' name. Its robust body is typically dark, sometimes with metallic hints, and may have orange or reddish markings on the tip of the abdomen, especially in males.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderDipteraFamilyTachinidaeGenusEctophasia
Ectophasia crassipennis
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Ectophasia crassipennis

Category

Insects

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Adults love to drink sugary nectar from flowers, giving them energy for flying!

Even though it's a fly, its fuzzy body makes it look a bit like a tiny bee!

They are super important for nature because they help control pest insect populations.

This fly's larvae develop inside caterpillars, munching them from the inside out!

Special abilities

Ability

Parasite Power

Ectophasia crassipennis can lay its eggs directly on host insects because its larvae are special parasitoids that grow inside their unfortunate hosts.

Ability

Flight Acrobatics

Ectophasia crassipennis has highly maneuverable flight that helps them dodge predators and swiftly find flowers to feed on.

Ability

Scent Seeker

Ectophasia crassipennis can detect specific flower scents from a distance that helps them locate vital nectar sources for energy.

Measurements & details

Wingspan
9-20 mm
Size
6-10 mm
Lifespan
14-28 days
Flight Speed
8 km/h
Leg Count
6

Diet & Feeding

Adults drink flower nectar, while larvae are carnivorous parasites of other insects.

Age differences: Adult Ectophasia crassipennis feed on nectar, but their larvae are internal parasites, developing inside other insect hosts.

Primary Foods

  • Nectar
  • Pollen (incidental)
  • Caterpillars (larval stage)
  • Beetle Larvae (larval stage)

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

These flies are harmless, but it's best to watch them from a distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ectophasia crassipennis's wingspan?

9-20 mm

How big is Ectophasia crassipennis?

6-10 mm

How long does Ectophasia crassipennis live?

14-28 days

How fast can Ectophasia crassipennis fly?

8 km/h

What does Ectophasia crassipennis eat?

Adults drink flower nectar, while larvae are carnivorous parasites of other insects.

Where is Ectophasia crassipennis usually found?

Urban areas, Gardens

How does Ectophasia crassipennis hunt?

Foraging

How many legs does Ectophasia crassipennis have?

6

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