Flies are amazing creatures and they are capable of amazing feats. The smallest species can leap to incredible heights. Flies use an incredibly fast and accurate motor system to move…Continue readingHow Strong Are Flies?
Flies and mosquitoes are capable of flying up to 6,000 meters (or 19,685 feet) in the air. However, these creatures will not thrive at this high altitude, which makes them…Continue readingHow High Do Flies and Mosquitoes Fly?
Botflies are a type of fly that most often lives in moist areas such as mountains and forests. Humans are often in contact with these insects during travel. These insects…Continue readingHow Common Are Bot Flies in Humans?
Big flies can easily enter your home through cracks or holes in the siding. They can also enter through torn window screens. The best way to prevent this infestation is…Continue readingHow Do Big Flies Get in the House?
Fly eggs develop into larvae within eight to twenty hours of fertilization. Depending on the species, the larvae can be up to a half-inch long. Baby flies are white and…Continue readingHow Big Are Flies When They Hatch?
Flies have several important functions, including pollination of many fruits and vegetables. They help plants reproduce and provide food for other animals. Many flies also feed on the dead body…Continue readingHow Are Flies Beneficial?
Fruit flies lay eggs on the surface of overripe or rotting fruit and vegetables. Once the eggs hatch, the larvae feed on the decaying matter until they become adults. Once…Continue readingHow Do Fruit Flies Lay Eggs?
Light is an important part of insect life. It guides them and gives them a sense of direction. Moths, for example, fly north based on the light coming from a…Continue readingWhat Flies Are Attracted to Light?
One of the best ways to keep flies away is to use essential oils. You can purchase oils made from rosemary, peppermint, lemon or eucalyptus and diffuse them in your…Continue readingWhat to Keep Flies Away
Whether you’re looking for a special fly pattern or a flier that will make your fishing trip even better, there are many places to buy flies online. The Big Y…Continue readingWhere Can I Buy Flies Online?
Flies can be a nuisance in the warmer months, but there are many plants that repel them. Many of these plants emit a scent when crushed or brushed against. This…Continue readingWhich Plants Represent Flies?
Salt kills flies and other insects in a variety of ways. It is an effective insecticide that doesn’t harm people or the environment. Some people use Bug-A-Salt, a plastic gun…Continue readingWhy Does Salt Kill Flies?
The female flies stick their ovipositor (long thin tube) into the male fly’s genital opening at the bottom of his abdomen. When the male fly is not mating, the ovipositor…Continue readingHow Long Do Flies Mate?
Fruit flies are a common insect found in homes, supermarkets, and restaurants. They are about 1/8 inch long, have red eyes, and a tan or black thorax. They feed and…Continue readingHow Do Fruit Flies Look Like?
Flightless fruit flies are available in a variety of varieties. These small insects are a natural food source for many types of reptiles. They are low in fat and high…Continue readingWhere Can I Buy Flightless Fruit Flies?
You can buy live fruit flies in a variety of ways. You can buy them in a flightless state so they are more likely to stay inside their feeding container.…Continue readingWhere Can I Buy Live Fruit Flies?
Fly larvae are incredibly tiny creatures. They resemble legless caterpillars and will triple in size as they feed on organic matter. They feed on rotting plants and animals in their…Continue readingHow Long Do House Flies Live Inside?
Dogs are not the only animals that may suffer from fly biting. People have also been bitten by flies. However, it is not always clear if they have been bitten…Continue readingCan Fly Biting Dogs Happen?
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