Golubatz Fly vs Hog Louse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Golubatz Fly | Hog Louse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Simulium colombaschense | Haematopinus suis |
| Order | Diptera | Phthiraptera |
| Family | Simuliidae | Haematopinidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Farmland |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia, Africa, North America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Golubatz Fly
A historically devastating European black fly named after the Serbian town of Golubac. Larvae develop in the fast waters of the Danube River system.
Did You Know?
In 1923, a massive emergence killed over 16,000 cattle, horses, and other livestock along the Danube in a single event.
Hog Louse
The largest louse found on domestic animals, exclusively parasitizing pigs. It feeds on blood and is most commonly found behind the ears and in skin folds.
Did You Know?
At up to 6 mm long, the hog louse is the largest sucking louse known, easily visible to the naked eye on infested pigs.