horn fly
US /ˈhɔːrn flaɪ/
UK /ˈhɔːrn flaɪ/
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角蝇
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
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The cattle were constantly bothered by horn flies, causing them to lose weight.
牛群不断受到角蝇的困扰，导致它们体重下降。
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Farmers use various methods to control horn fly infestations.
农民们使用各种方法来控制角蝇的侵扰。