Chrysops facialis
Townsend, 1897
Chrysops facialis is a of deer fly in the Tabanidae, described by Townsend in 1897. As a member of the Chrysops, it belongs to a group of biting flies known for their painful bites and distinctive wing patterns. The species is currently accepted in taxonomic databases, though specific biological details remain poorly documented in available literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Chrysops facialis: /ˈkrɪsɒps fəˈsaɪəlɪs/
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Diet
females are known to take blood meals from vertebrate ; males feed on nectar and other sugar sources.
Life Cycle
Complete with , larval, pupal, and stages. Larvae develop in aquatic or semi-aquatic environments, typical of Tabanidae.
Human Relevance
Like other deer flies, females may bite humans, causing painful welts and potentially transmitting agents.