Triatoma rubida vs Buffalo Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Triatoma rubida | Buffalo Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Triatoma rubida | Haematobia irritans exigua |
| Order | Hemiptera | Diptera |
| Family | Reduviidae | Muscidae |
| Size | 18-22 mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Farmland |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Southwestern United States, Mexico | Southeast Asia, northern Australia, Pacific Islands |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Triatoma rubida
A reddish-brown kissing bug found in the southwestern United States and Mexico. It frequently enters homes and its bite can cause severe allergic reactions.
Did You Know?
It is the most commonly reported triatomine species entering homes in Arizona.
Buffalo Fly
A small blood-feeding fly closely related to the horn fly, found primarily in Southeast Asia and Australia. It is a major pest of cattle and water buffalo, clustering on the animal's back, sides, and belly. Heavy infestations cause skin lesions and reduced milk production.
Did You Know?
Buffalo flies cause annual economic losses exceeding 100 million dollars to the Australian cattle industry.