Chrysops aestuans

Wulp, 1867

Furious Deer Fly

Chrysops aestuans is a of deer fly in the Tabanidae, commonly known as the Furious Deer Fly. It is distributed across Canada and the United States, with records from Vermont and other regions. Like other deer flies, females are known to bite humans and other mammals to obtain blood meals.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Chrysops aestuans: /ˈkrɪsɒps ˈaɪstjuːənz/

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Distribution

Canada and the United States. Specific records include Vermont, USA.

Diet

Females feed on blood from mammals, including humans. Males feed on nectar and other plant fluids.

Human Relevance

Females bite humans and other mammals, causing painful bites. They are considered a nuisance pest in areas where they are abundant.

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