Alice White
#13 These insects are active during the day in hot weather.
In case of unsuitable weather conditions, they stop flying and hunting, the exception can be considered the horseflies-raincoats.
#14 The opinion that they feed only on blood is extremely erroneous.
After all, males do not consume blood at all but prefer plant foods. Only females need blood, they need it for the development of eggs.
#15 Horsefly flies at the speed of a car around the city – 60 km / h. The flight range is approximately 2-4 km.
