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Horse Botfly

Description:

A horse botfly, scientifically known as Gasterophilus, is a large, hairy, and parasitic insect that primarily affects horses. It belongs to the Oestridae family and is notorious for its larvae, known as bots, which infest the horse's digestive system, causing discomfort and potential health issues.

Sample Sentences:

• 1. The horse botfly, attracted to warmth, often lays its eggs on the horse's legs during the summer months.
• 2. The larvae of the horse botfly can cause lesions in the horse's mouth, resulting in difficulty eating and weight loss.
• 3. Horse owners should regularly deworm their equines to prevent botfly infestations.
• 4. The horse kicked violently, attempting to dislodge the irritating botfly buzzing around it.
• 5. As the botfly larvae mature inside the horse's stomach, they attach themselves to the digestive tract lining.

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