Facts: Phorid Flies
Name:
Phoridae
Appearance: Distinguishable by their humpbacked appearance, Phorid flies are generally tiny, averaging 1/16th inch in length and dark brown to tan in color.
Habit: Phorid flies can be difficult to identify with the naked eye, and are often confused for other small flies like drain flies or gnats. A distinguishing trait is their comparatively short flight patterns. Since they are not strong fliers, Phorid flies are often seen “running” along surfaces rather than flying.
Diet: Dependent on specific species. Most will feed on various decaying organic material, while their preference is for decaying animal material. Because of this they have gotten common name “coffin flies”.
Reproduction: Phorid flies generally breed on decaying organic material. This can be anything from rotting fruit to animal carcasses. Their life cycle can last over a month in the right conditions. Like most flies, they go through the standard four-phase life cycle; egg, larval, pupal, and adult phase.
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