African Horse Fly vs Heath Bee Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Horse Fly | Heath Bee Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tabanus biguttatus | Bombylius minor |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tabanidae | Bombyliidae |
| Size | 16-22 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Sub-Saharan Africa | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
African Horse Fly
A large tropical horse fly that transmits animal trypanosomiasis in Africa. It is an important veterinary pest across sub-Saharan Africa.
Did You Know?
It is a mechanical vector of surra and other trypanosome diseases in African livestock.
Heath Bee Fly
A small, late-summer bee fly with greyish fur and clear wings. Its larvae parasitize solitary wasps in sandy habitats.
Did You Know?
Unlike most bee flies that appear in spring, this species flies mainly in July and August.