23 Blood-Sucking Fly Species Found in Andamans, 13 New to India

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Zoological Survey of India identified 23 blood-sucking fly species in Andaman & Nicobar Islands through their 2022-23 research.

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These Culicoides genus insects, locally called bhusi flies, appear similar to flies but share feeding habits with mosquitoes.

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Scientific journal Parasites and Vectors published findings of 13 newly recorded species for India, expanding national documentation.

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Five species carry bluetongue virus, causing blue tongue discoloration, fever, and facial swelling leading to livestock deaths.

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Scientists trapped 3,529 adult Culicoides during survey, with 17 species found capable of biting humans, though no transmission reported.

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Researchers Mukherjee, Kar, Naskar, Sivaperuman, and Banerjee recorded species like C. barnetti, C. gouldi among 13 new finds.

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Study shows these midges transmit almost 60 viruses, 40 protozoans, and 24 filarial nematodes affecting animals.

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ZSI team continues genetic studies and population monitoring across unexplored archipelago regions for potential new species.

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