Eye Gnat vs Deer Bot Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Eye Gnat | Deer Bot Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Liohippelates pusio | Cephenemyia stimulator |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Chloropidae | Oestridae |
| Size | 1.5-2.5 mm | 12-15 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Parasites |
| Regions | Southern United States, Central America, Caribbean | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Eye Gnat
A tiny, shiny black fly attracted to eye and wound secretions of humans and animals. It is a suspected mechanical vector of bacterial conjunctivitis and yaws in tropical regions. Its persistent swarming around the face makes it an extremely annoying pest in agricultural areas.
Did You Know?
These flies are so strongly attracted to eye secretions that they will persistently return to a person's face even after being brushed away dozens of times.
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.