Golubatz Fly vs Triatoma rubida
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Golubatz Fly | Triatoma rubida |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Simulium colombaschense | Triatoma rubida |
| Order | Diptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Simuliidae | Reduviidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 18-22 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Southwestern United States, Mexico |
| 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.
Triatoma rubida
A reddish-brown kissing bug found in the southwestern United States and Mexico. It frequently enters homes and its bite can cause severe allergic reactions.
Did You Know?
It is the most commonly reported triatomine species entering homes in Arizona.