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Fly

Overview

Flies are common pests in homes, restaurants, food facilities and animal farms. They carry bacteria and contaminate surfaces and food.

Common species: 

  • Housefly (Musca domestica)

Biology

  • Egg → Larva (maggot) → Pupa → Adult

  • Rapid reproduction (1 female can lay hundreds of eggs)

  • Infestation grows quickly if untreated

Signs of Infestation

Behaviour

  • Active during the day

  • Attracted to food, waste, and sugary liquids

  • Rest on walls, ceilings, and near food sources

  • Lay eggs on organic matter

Where They Hide

  • Flies seen around food or garbage

  • Larvae (maggots) in waste or decaying matter

  • Persistent buzzing indoors

  • Spots of fly feces on surfaces

  • Garbage bins & drains

  • Decaying food or organic matter

  • Wall corners, window sills, and ceilings

  • Outdoors near compost or animal waste

Risk & Impact

How to Control

  • Contaminate food & surfaces

  • Spread bacteria (Salmonella, E. coli)

  • Nuisance in homes, restaurants, food industries and        animal farms

  • Maintain cleanliness & proper waste disposal

  • Cover food and garbage

  • Treat breeding and resting areas with appropriate insecticide

Recommended Solutions

  • Residual spray for walls, corners, and garbage areas

  • Fly baits or traps near breeding sources

  • Outdoor treatment for high-traffic or waste zones

Common Mistakes

  • Only spraying visible flies

  • Ignoring breeding areas (garbage, drains)

  • Not maintaining cleanliness

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