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There are over 120,000 fly species in the world, and likely even more unidentified fly species. From female fruit flies to blow flies and drain fly larvae, these pests are a health hazard that can quickly become an infestation.

We find flies throughout the world, except in Antarctica. The most common fly is the housefly. Many common types of flies enjoy dirty dishes, trash bags, and warm water sources. And that’s why it’s so easy to get a housefly infestation.

Why Are Flies So Problematic and Hard to Get Rid of?

Flies are problematic because they reproduce so fast. They are tricky to get rid of as they produce eggs in large batches. To understand where flies come from, we need to investigate their breeding habits.

House flies and fruit flies rarely bite. They carry over 100 types of harmful bacteria, which makes them unpopular. The bacterium from the housefly makes humans sick.

What Are the Most Common Places Flies Like to Lay Eggs?

Flies lay their eggs almost anywhere. They lay their eggs on excrement, dead animal carcasses, and in garbage cans. They lay their eggs in rotting organic material of any description.

The female fly produces hundreds of eggs. She lays anything between 75 and 150 eggs at a time. It is difficult to detect fly eggs because of their minuscule size.

The most common fly found in our home is the housefly. Their reproduction cycle is fast. The life cycle of the fly is also fast. It only takes between 7 to 10 days from egg to adult.

We have known adult flies to move up to 20 miles from where they hatch, although houseflies usually remain within a 1.6 km radius of where they hatch. Houseflies usually hatch outside and gravitate indoors through cracks and crevices.

What Are Fruit Flies, and What Are Their Characteristics?

We often find fruit flies in our homes, supermarkets, and restaurants. They gravitate towards human foods. Especially where we allow food to ferment or rot.

Fruit flies enjoy rotting fruit and vegetables. Clogged drains also attract them. Adult fruit flies usually have red eyes, and the front of their bodies are a light tan colour. The rear part of their bodies is black.

We find fruit fly eggs near surfaces of moist, organic fermenting foods. These common pests like to lay eggs in rotting animal matter, too.

What Are the Best Methods for Getting Rid of Fly Problems?

Flies breed outside. They then enter our homes through windows, doors, and cracks. Garbage bins and compactors attract flies indoors. These are perfect breeding grounds for flies.

• It is important that we keep on top of garbage disposal. Be sure to keep dustbins and trash cans clean. The amounts of waste will determine how many flies you have.
• Throw out overripe fruit and vegetables before they rot. This will keep flies away.
• Keeping your drains and kitchen clean will help keep flies in check.
• Prevent fly invasions by keeping your environment clean. You don’t want them coming in contact with food.
• Ensure your fly window screen does not have rips and tears.
• Seal crevices around windows to keep fly invasions in check.

7 Interesting Fly Facts You Never Knew

1. Adult houseflies have a life expectancy of 15 to 25 days.
2. The common housefly is most active during the day.
3. Flies settle on a wide variety of surfaces. These include walls, doors, and ceilings.
4. Windows attract flies for their warmth. They are not trying to get indoors. Once indoors, they fly around in search of any food source.
5. Housefly problems outdoors are not uncommon. They sleep in a wide range of plants. You will find them in garbage cans, on the ground, and in fences.
6. Warm weather offers optimal conditions for flies to reach an adult stage.
7. They prefer temperate regions to cold conditions.
8. Flies use wind currents to hitch a ride when entering your home on a hot day. On cooler days, flies hitch a lift on warm air to enter your warm home environment.

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The minute you suspect you have a fly invasion, it is best to nip the problem in the bud. Professionally. Call Mostert Pest Control Specialists for a free quote. Our team of experts can advise you how best to get rid of the problem.

Flies are a nuisance. And they cause disease. Take care of your family and environment by eradicating fly infestations. We offer solutions for all pest problems. Contact us today to find out how.