The common horse fly, also known as the notch-horned cleg fly (Haematopota pluvialis), is a small but aggressive biting fly in the family Tabanidae. While this exact species is native to Europe and not established in the United States, it is closely related to several North American Haematopota and small Tabanus species. These U.S. relatives … Read more
Horse flies and deer flies (family Tabanidae) are large biting flies that bother people, horses, cattle, dogs, and wildlife across much of the United States. They’re most active in warm weather, especially on sunny days, and their bites can be painful because they cut the skin rather than “sting.” This article explains how to identify … Read more
This article explains how to identify manure flies (Scathophagidae and other dung-associated Diptera), where they are found in North America, how to prevent infestations, and how to eliminate or manage these pests in barns, gardens, and homes. In North America, manure flies are also referred to as dung flies, scavenger flies, or stable manure flies … Read more
This article provides practical information about grass flies (Chloropidae) – how to identify them, where they occur in North America, how to prevent infestations, and how to get rid of them from homes, gardens, and outdoor spaces. In North America, grass flies are also known as frit flies or chloropid flies depending on the species … Read more
This article provides essential information about the carrot fly (Chamaepsila rosae) – how to identify it, where it occurs in North America, how to prevent infestations, and how to control or eliminate it in gardens, farms, and storage areas. In North America, this pest is primarily known as the carrot fly, but it is also … Read more
This article provides practical information about the onion fly – how to recognize it, where it occurs in North America, how to prevent infestations, and how to control or eliminate this pest from gardens, farms, and homes. In North America, the onion fly (Delia antiqua) is also referred to as the onion maggot (larval stage). … Read more
Horse bot flies (Gasterophilus intestinalis and related species) are a major concern for horse owners across North America due to the damage they cause during their larval stages. These parasites can significantly affect the health and well-being of horses by feeding on their tissue and nutrients within the digestive system. Addressing the infestation early and … Read more
The cluster fly (Pollenia rudis), commonly known as the common cluster fly, attic fly, or buckwheat fly, is a familiar nuisance for homeowners in North America, particularly during the fall and winter months. These flies are not harmful to humans or property, but their presence can be overwhelming when they enter homes in large numbers. … Read more