Indian Tse Tse-like Fly vs Notch-horned Cleg
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Indian Tse Tse-like Fly | Notch-horned Cleg |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hippobosca maculata | Haematopota pluvialis |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Hippoboscidae | Tabanidae |
| Size | 7-9 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Hedgerows |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | South Asia (India, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh) | Europe, Western Asia |
| 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.
Notch-horned Cleg
A grey horse fly with mottled wings that approaches silently before biting. It is one of the most common biting flies in Europe.
Did You Know?
Unlike most horse flies, the cleg approaches completely silently, landing and biting before being noticed.