Globular Tachinid vs Indian Tse Tse-like Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Globular Tachinid | Indian Tse Tse-like Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gymnosoma rotundatum | Hippobosca maculata |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tachinidae | Hippoboscidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 7-9 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Farmland |
| Diet | Parasites | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | South Asia (India, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh) |
| 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.
Indian Tse Tse-like Fly
A flattened, leathery ectoparasitic fly that feeds on the blood of horses, cattle, and dogs. It has powerful claws for gripping hair and feathers and moves sideways through the host's coat with ease.
Did You Know?
These flies are so tenacious that they can run sideways through animal fur and are extremely difficult to swat or remove.