Chrysops mitis

Osten Sacken, 1875

Benign Deer Fly

Chrysops mitis is a of deer fly in the Tabanidae. It is commonly known as the Benign Deer Fly. The species occurs in Canada and the United States. Like other deer flies, females are blood-feeders while males feed on nectar and pollen.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Chrysops mitis: /ˈkrɪsɒps ˈmaɪtɪs/

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Distribution

Canada and the United States. Specific records include Vermont.

Diet

Females are blood-feeders; males feed on nectar and pollen.

Human Relevance

Females bite humans and other mammals to obtain blood meals, which can cause irritation and potentially transmit .

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Taxonomic Status

Catalogue of Life lists this as a synonym, while GBIF lists it as accepted. The iNaturalist page uses the preferred 'Benign Deer Fly' and shows 304 observations.

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