Brevipalpis Tsetse Fly vs Rain Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brevipalpis Tsetse Fly | Rain Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Glossina brevipalpis | Haematopota crassicornis |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Glossinidae | Tabanidae |
| Size | 12-16 mm | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | East Africa (Kenya coast, Tanzania, Uganda) | Europe, Central Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Brevipalpis Tsetse Fly
The largest species of tsetse fly, with a robust body and short palps from which its name derives. It inhabits thicket and coastal bush habitats.
Did You Know?
Despite its large size, it is a relatively weak vector of trypanosomiasis compared to other tsetse species.
Rain Fly
A medium-sized cleg with mottled grey wings and iridescent green eyes. It is most active in humid overcast weather before thunderstorms.
Did You Know?
Its activity increases dramatically before rainstorms, hence the common name 'rain fly'.