Family Tabanidae
This family contains around 3,500 different species found throughout most ecosystems world wide except closer to the poles. The adults mainly feed on nectar and pollen except for females , when trying to reproduce, will need to feed on blood and have a painful bite. Horse flies are considered pests and can cause significant damage to domestic animals when they are abundant. Though some species are considered beneficial, like those found in South Africa as they are important pollinators.
