Oestrus ovis
| Oestrus ovis | |
|---|---|
| The larva and fly of the sheep-nostril-fly (Oestrus ovis) | |
| Scientific classification | |
| Domain: | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Diptera |
| Family: | Oestridae |
| Subfamily: | Oestrinae |
| Genus: | Oestrus |
| Species: | O. ovis |
| Binomial name | |
| Oestrus ovis | |
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. In some areas of the world it is a significant pest which affects the agricultural economy.