Pigeon Louse Fly vs Deer Bot Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pigeon Louse Fly | Deer Bot Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudolynchia canariensis | Cephenemyia stimulator |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Hippoboscidae | Oestridae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 12-15 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Parasites |
| Regions | Cosmopolitan - worldwide wherever pigeons occur | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Pigeon Louse Fly
A flattened, tough-bodied blood-sucking fly found on pigeons and doves worldwide. It has a leathery appearance, strong claws, and wings that allow it to move between bird hosts.
Did You Know?
It is the primary vector of pigeon malaria, a Haemoproteus blood parasite that infects domestic and wild pigeons.
Deer Bot Fly
A parasitic fly that deposits larvae in the nostrils of roe deer. The larvae develop in the pharyngeal region before being sneezed out.
Did You Know?
Once erroneously claimed to fly at over 1,300 km/h, making it a famous example of scientific exaggeration.