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Human Bot Fly

Dermatobia hominis

Photo by JessyZich
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Field Notes

Description:

Ok so not what you usually see on here. This bot fly larva was living on my side. Although it's disgusting, it's a part of the great biodiversity we have on this planet!

Habitat:

Central and South America

Notes:

Try not to get one!

Reference Links:

Dermatobia hominis

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Comments (7)
Gina423
I had one removed from my shoulder! Mine was about that big too.
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Glad you're okay... interesting and horrible!
JessyZich
I am fine, it was years ago. It's a great story to tell now!
LarryGraziano
I have seen this plenty in both humans and dogs here in Costa Rica. Nice Job preserving that speciman for us....in your body!
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PublishedNovember 25, 2011

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