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The sound of rushing water epitomises the life and habitat of blackflies, which have a world-wide distribution with over 2000 recognised species. They are found wherever there is permanent or semi-permanent running water which the larval and pupal stages require for their development.
In some countries the adults may cause a serious biting nuisance, and may be vectors of parasitic and other diseases of humans and livestock

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