Yellow Fly vs Horn Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Yellow Fly | Horn Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diachlorus ferrugatus | Haematobia irritans |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tabanidae | Muscidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Farmland |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Southeastern North America, Central America | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Yellow Fly
A medium-sized yellowish horse fly notorious for its aggressive biting. It is particularly abundant in the coastal southeastern United States.
Did You Know?
It is considered one of the most painful biting flies in the southeastern United States.
Horn Fly
A small blood-feeding fly that spends almost its entire life on cattle. It clusters at the base of horns and along the back and belly.
Did You Know?
Each fly feeds up to 40 times daily, and infestations of thousands per animal cause severe weight loss.