African Horse Fly vs Southern Long-legged Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Horse Fly | Southern Long-legged Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tabanus biguttatus | Chrysotus gramineus |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tabanidae | Dolichopodidae |
| Size | 16-22 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Sub-Saharan Africa | Europe, Asia, North America |
| 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.
Southern Long-legged Fly
A tiny, brilliantly metallic green long-legged fly commonly found on vegetation near water. It runs rapidly across leaf surfaces hunting for small prey.
Did You Know?
Despite their tiny size, dolichopodid flies are among the most species-rich predatory fly families globally.