Notch-horned Cleg vs Pigeon Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Notch-horned Cleg | Pigeon Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Haematopota pluvialis | Cimex columbarius |
| Order | Diptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Tabanidae | Cimicidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 4-5 mm |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Woodlands |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Pigeon Bug
A cimicid ectoparasite of pigeons and doves found in nest sites and dovecotes across Europe. It can bite humans in buildings with pigeon infestations.
Did You Know?
Removing pigeon nests from buildings without treating for these bugs often drives them indoors to bite residents.