Main Families
This superfamily primarily includes:
- Stratiomyidae – Soldier flies, with flattened bodies, sometimes brightly colored or mimetic, and larvae that are often aquatic or saprophagous.
Habitat
Stratiomyoidea are typically found in:
- Wetlands (ponds, ditches, bogs)
- Riverbanks and marshes
- Organic-rich habitats
- Flowers (adults)
Biology
Adults are often floricolous, feeding on nectar or pollen. Larvae are ecologically diverse: some are aquatic, while others live in soil, feces, compost, or decomposing wood. They play an important role in the decomposition of organic matter.
A representative illustration of a typical soldier fly will be added soon.