Philip-1950

Guides

  • Chrysops upsilon

    Chrysops upsilon is a species of deer fly in the family Tabanidae, described by Philip in 1950. Like other members of the genus Chrysops, it is a biting fly with females that require blood meals for egg development. The species is part of a diverse group of tabanids known for their painful bites and role as pests of humans and livestock. Specific ecological details for this species remain limited in available literature.

  • Tabanus kesseli

    Tabanus kesseli is a species of horse fly in the family Tabanidae, described by Philip in 1950. As a member of the genus Tabanus, it belongs to a large group of biting flies known for their robust bodies and large eyes. The species is recognized as valid by GBIF and iNaturalist, though the Catalogue of Life lists it as a synonym. Very little specific information about this species has been published in accessible sources.