Buffalo Fly vs Long-Palped Crane Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Buffalo Fly | Long-Palped Crane Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Haematobia irritans exigua | Dicranota bimaculata |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Muscidae | Pediciidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, northern Australia, Pacific Islands | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Buffalo Fly
A small blood-feeding fly closely related to the horn fly, found primarily in Southeast Asia and Australia. It is a major pest of cattle and water buffalo, clustering on the animal's back, sides, and belly. Heavy infestations cause skin lesions and reduced milk production.
Did You Know?
Buffalo flies cause annual economic losses exceeding 100 million dollars to the Australian cattle industry.
Long-Palped Crane Fly
A short-bodied crane fly whose predatory larvae inhabit gravel beds of clean streams. Larvae are active hunters among cobble interstices.
Did You Know?
Unlike most crane fly larvae, this species is an active predator rather than a detritivore.