Neotropical Robber Fly vs African Horse Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Neotropical Robber Fly | African Horse Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ommatius orenoquensis | Tabanus biguttatus |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Asilidae | Tabanidae |
| Size | 10-15 mm | 16-22 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | South America | Sub-Saharan Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Neotropical Robber Fly
A slender tropical robber fly found in South American lowland forests. It hunts from leaf tips in the forest understory.
Did You Know?
The genus Ommatius is one of the most species-rich robber fly genera in the tropics.
African Horse Fly
A large tropical horse fly that transmits animal trypanosomiasis in Africa. It is an important veterinary pest across sub-Saharan Africa.
Did You Know?
It is a mechanical vector of surra and other trypanosome diseases in African livestock.