>>> Often, the easiest place to find it is on the ventral midline (where the >>> belly button would be, just in front of the sheath or udder) where you >>> will find a few scabs and rough bits. That's often a good first >>> indicator.
On the other hand, a scabby midline or spot near the belly button isn't always cullicoides-caused SE. We have a type of smallish black fly that likes to hang out in that area, but any raw spots they cause are quite easy to control with Swat or about any old cheap brand of flyspray. Karen Thomas, NC
