Meaning of the word "horn fly" in English

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horn fly

US /ˈhɔːrn flaɪ/
UK /ˈhɔːrn flaɪ/
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Noun

1.

a small, dark-colored fly (Haematobia irritans) that feeds on the blood of cattle and other livestock, often found clustered around the horns, back, and belly of the animals

Example:
The cattle were constantly bothered by horn flies, causing them to lose weight.
Farmers use various methods to control horn fly infestations.
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