Hippobosca spp.

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Hippobosca equina

Also known as: Forest Fly


Horse louse fly

Scientific Classification

Class Insecta
Order Diptera
Family Hippoboscidae



Pathogenesis

  • Irritation and annoyance from bites
  • Mechanical vectors of non-pathogenic Trypanosoma theileri in cattle


Control

  • Topical insecticide application
    • Repellents with residual action