Indian Tse Tse-like Fly vs Badger Flea
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Indian Tse Tse-like Fly | Badger Flea |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hippobosca maculata | Paraceras melis |
| Order | Diptera | Siphonaptera |
| Family | Hippoboscidae | Ceratophyllidae |
| Size | 7-9 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Underground |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | South Asia (India, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh) | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Badger Flea
A large flea specialized to parasitize European badgers. It is found in badger setts and is one of the largest flea species in Europe.
Did You Know?
It is one of the largest fleas in the world and its size corresponds to the thick skin of its badger host.