Throat botfly

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States.

🇩🇰 Denmark 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Insecta (Insects)

Order

Diptera (Diptera)

Family

Oestridae

Genus

Gasterophilus

Species

Gasterophilus nasalis (Throat botfly)

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Horse botfly

Gasterophilus intestinalis

Least Concern

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Nose botfly

Gasterophilus haemorrhoidalis

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Throat botfly?

The scientific name of Throat botfly is Gasterophilus nasalis. It belongs to the genus Gasterophilus.

What is the conservation status of Throat botfly?

Throat botfly (Gasterophilus nasalis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Throat botfly live?

Throat botfly is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Throat botfly belong to?

Throat botfly (Gasterophilus nasalis) belongs to the genus Gasterophilus, which is part of the taxonomic family Oestridae.

Is Throat botfly endangered?

No, Throat botfly (Gasterophilus nasalis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Throat botfly belong to?

Throat botfly (Gasterophilus nasalis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Throat botfly?

The closest relatives of Throat botfly in the genus Gasterophilus include Horse botfly, Nose botfly.