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Interesting Facts About the Phorid Fly

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Phorid flies can be an annoyance in your home. Here are some interesting facts about the Phorid fly that you need to be aware of.

Features

  • Humpbacked appearance
  • Most are black or dull brown
  • Black eyes
  • Size 0.5 mm to 5.5 mm
  • Habit of running away on surface rather than flying

Habitat

  • Decaying plants and animal attract
  • Unlike fruit fly, these insects are spread throughout a home rather than staying near their food source
  • Spotted when there is dead, decaying mouse, rat or another animal in or beneath the home
  • Appear when there are hygiene problems with pets

Life Cycle

  • Complete metamorphosis (Egg, Larva, Pupa and Adult)
  • Female Phorid fly can lay up to 750 eggs in her lifetime
  • 100 tiny eggs at a time
  • The eggs are usually laid in or on suitable larval food places (decaying materials, feces, or dead animals)
  • Eggs hatch within 24 hours
  • Complete life cycle from egg to adult in14 days

Prevention Tips

  • Keep garbage disposal clean
  • Flush floor drains and fixture drains frequently

If you have a problem with Phorid flies, contact Ridpest today to get a quote.

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