Globular Tachinid vs Deer Bot Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Globular Tachinid | Deer Bot Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gymnosoma rotundatum | Cephenemyia stimulator |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tachinidae | Oestridae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 12-15 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasites | Parasites |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Globular Tachinid
A distinctive round-bodied parasitic fly colored bright orange-red with black markings. Parasitizes shieldbugs. One of the most easily recognized tachinid flies.
Did You Know?
The unusually round, bright orange body makes this one of the most recognizable parasitic flies.
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.