Chrysops
spp. (DEERFLY)
Images:
Adult
horsefly (Tabanus
sp.)
Phylogeny: Order Diptera
Metamorphosis: Complete
Geographical
location: Cosmopolitan, but
abundant in
Organs
affected: Skin
Symptoms
and clinical signs: Dermal irritation and
hemorrhage of blood through wound.
Diseases
transmitted: Loa loa
Treatment/control: Soothing lotion to
treat symptoms, residual insecticide, larvicides.