Australian Sheep Blowfly vs Horse Sucking Louse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Australian Sheep Blowfly | Horse Sucking Louse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calliphora augur | Haematopinus asini |
| Order | Diptera | Phthiraptera |
| Family | Calliphoridae | Haematopinidae |
| Size | 10-13 mm | 2.5-3.5 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Carrion Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Australian Sheep Blowfly
A large, dark blue blow fly endemic to Australia with a distinctive orange face and cheeks. It is one of the earliest colonizers of carrion in Australian conditions and is used in forensic entomology. Occasionally it contributes to secondary blowfly strike in sheep.
Did You Know?
Its bright orange face distinguishes it from other blue blow flies and makes it one of the most recognizable forensic indicator species in Australia.
Horse Sucking Louse
A large blood-sucking louse found on horses, donkeys, and mules. It prefers areas with long hair such as the mane, forelock, and tail base.
Did You Know?
Infested horses develop a rough, dull coat and the constant irritation can cause significant weight loss.