Flies

Negative Characteristics: Flies spread disease through feeding on infected detritus and then landing on our food. They are the vectors of some very nasty diseases.

Redeeming Characteristics: They are good food for the rest of the food chain.

Quick Tips:

Hygeine is king. Keep everything clean and all food stored safely.
Take a multi-pronged approach to controlling flies.
No need to use chemicals. There are plenty of safe alternatives listed below.
Use fly screens and other proofing methods. They are cheaper in the long run.

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Where are they found?

The housefly is associated with rotting, fermenting organic matter of high protein content. It can be found in suitable habitats throughout the world.

When a housefly feeds, for instance of faeces, it takes organisms into it's gut. Particles also adhere to it's bristles, feet and body surfaces.

At a subsequent feed, perhaps on food prepared for human consumption, the fly will feed and regurgitate fluid over the food. That fluid will contain organisms from previous meals. It will also deficate continuously, contaminating the food even further. This is the most common way in which disease organisms are transferred from an infected source to humans.