Deer Bot Fly vs Neavei Black Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Deer Bot Fly | Neavei Black Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cephenemyia stimulator | Simulium neavei |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Oestridae | Simuliidae |
| Size | 12-15 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Parasites | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | East Africa, including Uganda, Tanzania, Kenya |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Deer Bot Fly
A parasitic fly that deposits larvae in the nostrils of roe deer. The larvae develop in the pharyngeal region before being sneezed out.
Did You Know?
Once erroneously claimed to fly at over 1,300 km/h, making it a famous example of scientific exaggeration.
Neavei Black Fly
A small black fly whose larvae uniquely attach to freshwater crabs rather than rocks or vegetation. It is a vector of river blindness in East Africa, particularly in forested areas. The association with crabs makes it vulnerable to control by removing the crab hosts.
Did You Know?
Eliminating the freshwater crabs that carry its larvae successfully eradicated onchocerciasis from parts of East Africa.