botfly
US /ˈbɑːt.flaɪ/
UK /ˈbɑːt.flaɪ/
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马蝇
a large, hairy fly, the larvae of which are parasites of mammals, including humans, and typically develop in the skin or nasal passages.
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The veterinarian identified the lump on the dog as a botfly larva.
兽医将狗身上的肿块确认为马蝇幼虫。
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Hikers in tropical regions should be aware of the risk of botfly infestations.
热带地区的徒步旅行者应注意马蝇感染的风险。