What Flies Are Green?
WouterThe common green bottle fly is one of the most familiar species of green bottle flies. It has a golden blue-green body and black markings. It is similar in size to a house fly. It is found throughout the world. The common green bottle fly is also known as a blowfly.
Green flies are attracted to decaying organic matter. They can be found both outside and inside the home. While these flies are often confused with common house flies, they are different species and require different treatment methods. Their metallic green coloring helps distinguish them from other species. They reproduce very quickly and cluster near decaying organic matter.
Although green flies don’t bite humans or cause structural damage, they are potentially dangerous if you’re inside your home. They carry bacteria on their legs and bodies, which can be spread to people in your house. This can lead to diseases, such as plague and tularemia.
One way to combat green flies is to apply a perimeter spray. These sprays work by spraying the perimeter of your home with a concentrated solution. These sprays can cover an area of up to 5,000 square feet. Many of these sprays contain essential oils that repel pests.
Green bottle flies are an annoying nuisance. They look metallic green or copper-green. This type of fly is common throughout the world, but is most prevalent in the northern hemisphere. It is also widely distributed throughout southern Canada.
