Where Do Flies Live?

Fly populations are widespread in the world. They are found on all continents except Antarctica and they are most dangerous in tropical warm climates. Flies are both carnivorous and herbivorous, and many of them are scavengers. They can also be parasitic. Most flies feed on decaying organic matter. However, some species feed on the flesh and blood of vertebrate animals.

Female flies lay eggs in dark, moist areas. They prefer decaying wood or other organic matter. They lay around 150 eggs at a time, which hatch within eight to twenty hours. The larvae of flies look like legless caterpillars and feed on decaying materials.

Fly lifespans vary, depending on the species and climate. Some species can live up to 30 days. However, many of them can live longer, up to 50 days. Fruit flies have a longer lifespan than house flies. The presence of abundant organic material and warm indoor air helps prolong the life span of the flies.

Flies are known as insect pests because they feed on decayed organic matter. Their presence can cause health risks because flies can spread diseases throughout the home. Salmonella and e. coli are just two types of bacteria that house flies are most prone to carrying. The presence of flies also indicates that you have a rodent infestation.