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Striped Horse Fly

Striped Horse Fly

Tabanus lineola

A species of True horse flies, Also known as Lined horse fly

The striped Horse Fly lives in marshy, wet areas. This biting, striped horse fly is named for the large pale stripe going down its back. Females will make a meal out of human, horse, and hog blood for their eggs. It's been found that the hotter and sunnier a place is, the more the striped Horse Fly will be active.

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General Info About Striped Horse Fly
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Attributes of Striped Horse Fly
Colors
Brown
Black
Green
Gold
White
Habitat
coastal salt marsh; wetland
Adult Food Sources
Blood of mammals, blood of birds, blood of reptiles, nectar, plant sap
Larva Food Source
Small invertebrates, organic detritus, larvae of other insects, crustaceans, worms
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Yes
Mouthparts Type
Cutting-sponging mouthparts
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Distribution Area of Striped Horse Fly
United States, Mexico
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Life Cycle of Striped Horse Fly
Egg The eggs of striped Horse Fly are laid in clusters, usually on aquatic vegetation or moist areas. These are small, elongated, and typically a shade that blends with the environment.
Larva Upon hatching, the striped Horse Fly larva is worm-like, lacking true limbs, and primarily feeds voraciously. It undergoes several molts, increasing in size and sometimes changing color with each molt.
Pupal The striped Horse Fly enters the pupal stage after its final larval molt. Enclosed in a pupal case, it undergoes a dramatic transformation, reorganizing its body structure extensively without feeding.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult striped Horse Fly’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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Interesting Facts About Striped Horse Fly
Striped Horse Fly can reach flying speeds of up to 90 miles per hour, making them one of the fastest insects in the world.
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Scientific Classification of Striped Horse Fly
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Youth Habitat of Striped Horse Fly
Freshwater Habitats, Grasslands and Prairies, Forests and Woodlands
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Adult Habitat of Striped Horse Fly
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Wetlands, Near Freshwater Habitats
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When is the Best Time to Observe Striped Horse Fly
The suitable time to find adult striped Horse Fly is during the day, particularly on warm and sunny days when they are most active. Larval stages are often aquatic or in moist environments and can be found throughout the day.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Striped Horse Fly
Warm, sunny, and calm weather conditions are preferable for adult striped Horse Fly activity. Larvae prefer wet or moist conditions and do not have specific weather preferences.
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How and Where Can You Find Striped Horse Fly at Different Life Stages
Larva Larvae of striped Horse Fly are commonly found in wet soil, marshes, or near bodies of water. Search by carefully examining the mud, leaf litter, or submerged vegetation in such habitats.
Pupal Pupae of striped Horse Fly likely remain in or near the larval habitat but may be harder to spot. Look for pupae in the soil or at the water's edge, where the soil remains damp.
Adult Adult striped Horse Fly are strong fliers and are often encountered in open, sunny areas. They can be found by walking through such habitats and waiting for them to approach potential hosts, or by using attractant-baited traps designed for flying insects.
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Bite Humans

Striped Horse Fly, a blood-feeding insect, may bite humans primarily for sustenance during the adult stage. Utilizing sharp mouthparts, striped Horse Fly pierces skin to access blood, causing immediate pain and potential swelling, seen in adult females requiring a blood meal to mature eggs.

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Bite Animals

The adult striped Horse Fly has mouthparts evolved to pierce skin and consume blood from mammals. This activity heightens during warm, sunny weather, and while the bite itself is often a minor nuisance, it can transmit diseases or cause allergic reactions.

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Cause Disease in Humans

Striped Horse Fly can transmit pathogens while feeding on human blood, leading to diseases like tularemia. Bites may cause immediate pain and swelling, with potential for secondary infection. Long-term effects are rare but can include ongoing skin ulceration or systemic illness in severe cases, especially in immunocompromised individuals.

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