Do Flies Really Eat Poop?

Flies are attracted to poop for a variety of reasons. Their dietary needs include large quantities of dead and living bacteria, indigestible carbohydrates and proteins, and minerals. These nutrients are crucial for the health of flies, which also need a place to lay their eggs.

When flies find a poopy surface, they will begin swarming. This is unusual for insects because they are rarely attracted to organic materials. Moreover, flies have extraordinary odor-sensing abilities. In fact, flies can detect dog poop up to 4 miles away.

Flies are also incapable of chewing food. Their mouthparts, called proboscis, are so small that they can’t eat solid food. Therefore, they regurgitate their digestive juices onto the food they eat. They also use their feet to taste their food.

It is possible for flies to spread bacteria and viruses when they land on food. The flies can spread worms, salmonella and E. coli. In addition, flies can spread bacteria from their droppings, which can contaminate food. This can ruin the food, result in a health inspection and loss of customers.

Fly control is essential for the health of your family. Flies are annoying and dirty. Fly control should not involve starvation.