Common Flies

Drosophilida, Phoridae

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General Info

Common flies are scavengers attracted to moist organic matter to both lay their eggs and take a meal

Where They Breed

Fly larvae or “maggots” breed in many different outdoor areas, from composting plant material to manure, garbage, and decaying animal carcasses

What They Want From You

These flies are to attracted to food odours and the offer of a free meal

Why They’re A Problem

As they feed, these flies can pick up germs and filth on their bodies and then redeposit them wherever they land
Indoors, they are a nuisance as they hover around food, particularly in the kitchen and living room

Tips For Limiting Entry and Avoiding Future Problems

Close garbage lids and waste containers and seal garbage bags
Take out indoor garbage regularly
Do not leave doors and windows open to keep flies from entering
Inspect window and door insect screens for holes and loose edges that may allow flies to enter
Store food in sealed containers and keep fruit refrigerated
Remove all moist organic matter where flies are breeding, particularly in areas close to the outside of the home

Common Flies

Drosophilida, Phoridae

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Size

Fly

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3.2 to 4.8 millimetres long

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