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Sheep Nostril Fly

Oestrus ovis

Classification

Class
Insecta
Order
Diptera
Family
Oestridae

Oestrus ovis, the sheep bot fly, is a widespread species of fly of the genus Oestrus. It is known for its parasitic predation and damage to sheep, deer, goats and sometimes cattle. There have also been many records of horse, dog and human infestation.

Distribution

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United Kingdom · 26Spain · 14France · 4Germany · 1Italy · 1