The moose throat bot fly Cephenemyia ulrichii larvae (Diptera: Oestridae) found developing in roe deer (Capreolus capreolus) for the first time
2008
First Report of Moose Throat Bot Fly Larvae in Roe Deer
Sample size: 50
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Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Nilssen Arne C, Isomursu Marja, Oksanen Antti
Primary Institution: Tromsø University Museum
Hypothesis
Can Cephenemyia ulrichii larvae successfully infest roe deer, an aberrant host?
Conclusion
This study reports the first successful infestation of Cephenemyia ulrichii larvae in a roe deer.
Supporting Evidence
- About fifty larvae were found in the throat of a roe deer.
- This is the first report of Cephenemyia ulrichii in an aberrant host.
- The larvae were nearly fully grown and ready to exit the host for pupation.
Takeaway
Researchers found bot fly larvae in a deer that usually doesn't get them, showing that these flies can sometimes use different animals as hosts.
Methodology
Larvae were collected from a roe deer and examined in the laboratory.
Limitations
The study only examined a small number of larvae and did not assess the long-term effects on the roe deer.
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