Facts: House Flies
Name:
Musca domestica
Appearance: House flies are generally a greyish color, with black stripes running down its back. They are usually under ¼ inch in length and are commonly seen inside of the home. They have large compound eyes that allow for them to see in all directions to avoid harm.
Habit and Habitat: House flies are often seen in various locations around the home, but are most commonly found in kitchens, bathrooms, and areas where trash is stored. They fly around in search of food and land frequently, creating health concerns for people. House flies will land on contaminated food or waste materials, and then quickly land on other surfaces like kitchen counters and even prepared food. House flies are known to spread a variety of pathogens that can cause diseases like tuberculosis and malaria.
Diet: Scavenger-like diet; House flies will feed on a variety of food sources like human and animal food products, decaying organic matter, and waste materials.
Reproduction: The female house fly can produce an average of 75 to 100 eggs per sitting. These eggs hatch quickly, especially in warmer temperatures, and it only takes around ten days for the newly hatched larvae to become an adult fly. Females will lay their eggs on decaying organic material so that the larvae have a food source upon hatching. This is why they are often found breeding in garbage areas or areas with excessive waste materials.
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