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Horn fly

Haematobia irritans

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), North America (Costa Rica, United States), and South America (Uruguay).

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇨🇷 Costa Rica 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States 🇺🇾 Uruguay

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (Animals)
Phylum
Arthropoda (artrópodos)
Class
Insecta (insecto)
Order
Diptera (Diptera)
Family
Muscidae
Genus
Haematobia
Species
Haematobia irritans (Horn fly)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Horn fly?
The scientific name of Horn fly is Haematobia irritans. It belongs to the genus Haematobia.
Where does Horn fly live?
Horn fly is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), North America (Costa Rica, United States), and South America (Uruguay).. Countries include Costa Rica, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, United States, Uruguay.
What family does Horn fly belong to?
Horn fly (Haematobia irritans) belongs to the genus Haematobia, which is part of the taxonomic family Muscidae.
What kingdom does Horn fly belong to?
Horn fly (Haematobia irritans) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

Native Range — 8 Countries

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Genus Haematobia — 1 Species

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Horn fly
Haematobia irritans
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