True or False: Hippoboscidae are deadly to hawks.

Hippoboscidae, commonly known as louse flies, are typically not considered deadly to hawks. While these parasites can infest birds and may cause discomfort, irritation, or health issues through blood-feeding, they do not usually cause lethal harm. Birds, including hawks, can often live with a certain degree of parasitic load without severe consequences.

The presence of Hippoboscidae might lead to weakened health or stress in a hawk, which could impact its overall wellbeing. However, the assertion that they are deadly suggests an immediate or fatal impact that is not supported by evidence or observations in avian biology. Thus, it is accurate to conclude that Hippoboscidae are not deadly to hawks, making the statement false.