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Tabanus kinoshitai

Tabanus kinoshitai

A species of True horse flies

General Info About Tabanus kinoshitai
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Attributes of Tabanus kinoshitai
Colors
Brown
Black
Yellow
Habitat
Village, beef farm
Adult Food Sources
Mammalian blood, bird blood, reptile blood, amphibian blood
Larva Food Source
Small insects, organic debris, decaying plant matter, small aquatic organisms, other larvae
Biting/stinging
The Tabanus kinoshitai may bite humans actively. Please stay away from it.
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
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Life Cycle of Tabanus kinoshitai
Egg After being laid by the adult tabanus kinoshitai, eggs are typically small and oval. Color varies but they often blend with the environment for protection. The egg phase is solely for development, leading to hatchlings.
Larva Hatching from the eggs, larvae are legless and maggot-like with a soft body. Color and size vary with instars. Larvae feed voraciously, shedding their skin multiple times as they grow larger.
Pupal The larval tabanus kinoshitai encases itself within a puparium, undergoing significant transformation. The pupa is immobile, with its appearance ranging from brown to dark, mimicking the surroundings to avoid predators.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult tabanus kinoshitai's development is marked by the presence of wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is fully formed and hardened, and the adult is mobile, focusing on reproduction.
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Predators of Adult Tabanus kinoshitai
Birds of prey, dragonflies, spiders
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Interesting Facts About Tabanus kinoshitai
Some tabanus kinoshitai species have larvae with unique enzymes capable of breaking down keratin, a protein found in hair and nails, which is generally considered indigestible.
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Scientific Classification of Tabanus kinoshitai
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Youth Habitat of Tabanus kinoshitai
Freshwater Habitats
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Adult Habitat of Tabanus kinoshitai
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies
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When is the Best Time to Observe Tabanus kinoshitai
The best time to find adult tabanus kinoshitai is typically on warm, sunny days when these creatures are most active. Meanwhile, earlier life phases like larvae can be located year-round but are more easily uncovered during wet seasons or after heavy rains.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Tabanus kinoshitai
Adult tabanus kinoshitai are more active during warm and humid weather without strong winds, which favors their flying and host-seeking behavior. Larval tabanus kinoshitai prefer moist environments, thus searching for them after rainfall could prove more fruitful.
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How and Where Can You Find Tabanus kinoshitai at Different Life Stages
Larva Larvae of tabanus kinoshitai are primarily aquatic or semi-aquatic and can be found in moist soil or mud near bodies of water. Search for them by carefully digging into wet earth or mud at the edges of ponds, streams, or marshes.
Pupal Pupae of tabanus kinoshitai might be located in similar environments to their larval stage, tucked away in the soil or detritus near water sources. Inspect these areas for the immobile pupal cases which may be camouflaged.
Adult Tabanus kinoshitai adults can often be spotted in open, sunny areas as they search for hosts to feed on. To observe or capture these flying adults, one might visit fields, wood edges, or areas near water during the warmer periods of the day.
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Harmful Effects of Tabanus kinoshitai
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Nuisance Pests

Tabanus kinoshitai, as an adult, bites humans to feed on blood, causing pain, swelling, and sometimes allergic reactions. These flies often disturb outdoor activities and are especially prevalent in rural and forested areas where they can aggressively seek hosts.

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