Yellow Fly vs Pigeon Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Yellow Fly | Pigeon Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diachlorus ferrugatus | Cimex columbarius |
| Order | Diptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Tabanidae | Cimicidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 4-5 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Woodlands |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Southeastern North America, Central America | Europe |
| 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.
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.